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The theme for Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2018 was Responding to Migrants, Refugees and Displaced People

Yearning to Feel Protected

Ingrid Cedeno | June 20, 2018

NBA XPLOR Resident Ingrid Cedeno shares what it was like to advocate for policy changes that will address the issues faced by displaced communities.

NBA XPLOR Residents Mary Taylor and Ian Pollard on their way to Capitol Hill for "Lobby Day," where they would speak with their respective state and district Representatives and Senators

Becoming a Voice for Social Justice

Mary Taylor | June 13, 2018

NBA XPLOR Resident Mary Taylor shares what her first experience in advocacy was like, and how it’s galvanized her to stand up for the voiceless.

Ecumenical Advocacy Days brings together faith advocates to mobilize for action and to make a public witness on Capitol Hill.

Privilege

Savanna Phillips | June 06, 2018

In her reflection on Ecumenical Advocacy Days, 2017-18 NBA XPLOR Resident Savanna Phillips shares how incomprehensible and dangerous privilege can be.

Fighting for Social Justice

Melissa Peralez | May 30, 2018

Melissa Peralez shares her experience learning how migration and displacement not only affects her life back home, but at her NBA XPLOR host-site too.

2017-18 Hiram-Mantua NBA XPLOR Residents

The Struggle is Real... But Thanks for the Memories

NBA XPLOR Hiram-Mantua House | May 16, 2018

For the huge amounts of support and love we have been given, we thought it best to give thanks and recognition to all that have influenced our lives.

Events

Take a look at the webinars the National Benevolent Association will be presenting throughout 2018. Check back for additional information and registration details as we make updates throughout the year!

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