The problem with stereotypes is not that they are untrue but that they are incomplete. They make one story the only story. The consequence of the single story is this: it robs people of dignity. When we reject the single story, when we realize there is never a single story about any place, we regain a kind of paradise.

-Ethical Storytelling

For Brave Mothers Like Aisha

I first met Aisha a year and a half ago, when she was pregnant with her fourth child. I remember that day so vividly, it was my first time visiting…

Three Reasons We Believe in Holistic Care

Physical symptoms are often connected to deeper issues. The dictionary tells us that holistic medicine is “characterized by the treatment of the whole person, taking into account mental and social…

#WORLDREFUGEEDAY

As we come upon another World Refugee Day, we are reminded of how much work has been done over the last year. Cedars Network is growing in our staff members…

Game Day

Exams are over. *Sighs of relief* *Buzzing excitement* This week is the last week of class and today is Game Day at Tent of Joy! 85 students were split into…

Super Heroes

Superman, Batman, Spiderman... These super heroes are known all over the world. Why? Because they use their powers to serve others. We believe a super hero is someone who goes…

Meet Maher

Meet our dear friend, Maher. He was born in Iraq and has fond memories of his childhood, especially playing soccer in the streets with his friends. His dream was to…

No Country

We want to give a shout out to our friend, John Mark McMillan and his song, No Country. There are so many people around the world that feel as though…

Celebration Day

Layla is one of seven children. She tends to get lost in the chaos of her brothers and sisters, but her love is fierce. When someone walks through the door…

An Artist’s Dream

When we met Adeebah and her family there were obvious signs of trauma and PTSD. They were afraid of leaving their home, the youngest had trouble speaking, and they had…
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