Stories

Episcopal Relief & Development partners globally to create Savings with Education (SwE) groups. After three years, the aim is for these groups to evolve into self-sustaining community banks that promote continuous learning and growth. This Women’s History Month, we celebrate some of the #WomenWhoSave we’ve collaborated with across SwE programs.

Julia Ayala Harris, President of the House of Deputies of the Episcopal Church, recounts her experience in Tanzania, highlighting the transformative leadership that empowers women financially and spiritually, enabling them to uplift their communities.

Rob Radtke reflects on how Episcopal Relief & Development collaborates with local partners, including faith leaders in Liberia, to reduce gender-based violence and promote community transformation through interfaith cooperation and behavioral change initiatives.

As her term as Chair of the Board comes to an end, Teri Lawyer reflects on how solidarity and collective action can lead to positive outcomes. She also shares her personal experiences regarding how Episcopal Relief & Development is combating injustice and improving lives globally, illustrating how solidarity can create transformative benefits for individuals and communities.

As she nears retirement, Esther Cohen recounts her 20-year journey at Episcopal Relief & Development, highlighting the organization’s evolution from a small team to a global force, emphasizing gratitude for the collective vision and efforts that enabled its growth and impact.