| Hi jay, Here’s an update on what’s been happening around the American Refugee Committee. Let us know if you have any questions. -Daniel Daniel Wordsworth, President *********************************************** *Congo Update* ARC’s emergency response team has been on the ground in DR Congo since November of last year. Right now we’re operating two critical programs: 1) cholera prevention; and 2) protection and support for survivors of sexual violence. In response to a worrying increase in cholera cases, we launched a hygiene promotion program. We’ve trained a team of 20 community health volunteers in Mugunga Camp who are reaching out to people in the camp to talk about handwashing and other methods that help prevent the spread of infections like cholera. We’re also working with our partner Heal Africa to support survivors of sexual violence and abuse. A woman can come to our ‘listening post’ and speak with a counselor who – in addition to just hearing her story – will guide her towards additional health and legal support. Below is a photo of the listening post and our team at Mugunga III Camp.
*I AM A STAR Featured by IdEA* Through our I AM A STAR program, we have partnered extensively with International Diaspora Engagement Alliance (IdEA), a public-private partnership which was launched by U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in 2011. IdEA recently posted a comprehensive piece highlighting ARC’s work with the global Somali diaspora. It describes the philosophy behind I AM A STAR, its origin and guiding principles, diaspora engagement methods, and opportunities for sustainability and replication with other diaspora groups. The piece introduced I AM A STAR: “ARC’s model is based on a simple premise: ‘A country’s global diaspora is not a lost resource but, rather, the greatest asset available in building a humanitarian response in that country.’” You can read the piece here: http://diasporaalliance.org/diaspora-and-ngo-partner-to-help-somali/. *A Legacy for Refugees* In November, ARC received an extremely generous gift from the estate of C. Robert Binger in the amount of $450,000. “Bob had a deep respect for your mission and your programs,” said his nephew. “As a result, Bob wished to leave a legacy for your organization.” Mr. Binger had been a supporter of ARC’s programs for years in addition to his own humanitarian efforts, including the aid he organized for Sudanese families during the famine in that country some 15 years ago. Mr. Binger’s kindness extended far beyond humanitarian relief as a benefactor of public television, conservation efforts and many other important causes. The American Refugee Committee is extremely grateful for his generous support.
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