News article about Louisville's Bhutanese community
The Courier-Journal
January 24, 2011
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News article marking the one-year anniversary of the Haiti earthquake
The Courier-Journal
January 11, 2011
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News Article on Recently-Arrived Haitian
The Courier-Journal
July 6, 2010
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News Article on KRM Case Worker's Story
LEO Weekly
June 30, 2010
"A Path in the Grass": The story of Lost Boy James Malou.
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KRM Featured on Cover of News Weekly
LEO Weekly
June 23, 2010
"Seeking Refuge": For 20 years, Kentucky Refugee Ministries has helped those fleeing persecution start new lives in Louisville.
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KRM Clients Sell Handcrafted Pote Mala Necklaces
Heine Brothers Coffee
June 2010
Handcrafted Pote Mala necklaces, made by KRM clients, can be purchased at the Heine Brother Coffee locations at Gardiner Lane, Bardstown Road & Eastern Parkway, and Frankfort Avenue. For examples of some of the necklaces for sale, please see our Photo Gallery under the "Features" tab.
Pote Mala are necklaces traditionally worn by married women in Nepal. The necklaces are a symbol of respect and love, primarily given by the husband's family. Each necklace is completely unique in design and is crafted by hand using high quality glass beads. These necklaces are crafted locally in Louisville by Bhutanese refugees. The purchase of a necklace directly supports the continuation of the artist's traditional craft while allowing her to supplement her family's income.
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20th Anniversary Celebration Press Release
Kentucky Refugee Ministries
June 12, 2010
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News Article Featuring KRM Client
LEO Weekly
May 5, 2010
"A Safe Haven": Renowned Iraqi chef eludes terrorists and takes refuge in Louisville, landing at Ramsi's Cafe on the World
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KRM Volunteer Opportunities Featured
Greater Louisville Medical Society's Vital Signs
May 2010
Kentucky Refugee Ministries' volunteer program was the feature in Vital Signs' Spring 2010 "Volunteer Spotlight." Check out the Greater Louisville Medical Society website to see the article, or scroll to pg. 6 in the attached pdf:
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KRM Volunteer Opportunities Highlighted
Matador Change Article
April 9, 2010
KRM volunteer opportunities are highlighted in an article on urban volunteering in Louisville -- read the article on the Matador Change website .
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The Refugee Act of 1980 - 30 Year Anniversary
Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)
March 2010
Thirty years ago this March, the Refugee Act of 1980 was signed into law by President Carter. It was that Act which provided the legal basis for the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). Please see the document below which commemorates ORR's 30th anniversary.
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News Article on Recently-Arrived Haitian Family
The Courier-Journal
February 17, 2010
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KRM Community Challenge
The Courier-Journal
February 8, 2010
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News Article on Carol Young's Retirement
The Courier-Journal
January 20, 2010
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Holiday Shopping Night for KRM
Just Creations
November 21, 2009
Join Kentucky Refugee Ministries at Just Creations on Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 6:00-8:00p.m. for a Holiday Shopping Night. A percentage of the sales during the Holiday Shopping Night will be donated to KRM.
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Recent Grants Received at KRM
October 2009
- Cuban/Haitian program grant
- Special Medical Assistance grant
- LEAP 2009 Youth Grant from The Community Foundation of Louisville
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Louisville Community Partnerships in August
North End Cafe
July 19, 2009
North End Cafe has instituted a Community Service Program (see their website for details). During the month of August, North End Cafe is urging members of the community to donate back-to-school goods to several charities, including KRM. In return for their generosity, each guest to donate will receive a coupon redeemable for a free dessert at North End Cafe!
KRM sincerely thanks North End Cafe for its support of refugee children.
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KRM Awarded Housing Grant
Metro Louisville
July 2009
Kentucky Refugee Ministries is pleased to announce that Louisville Metro Housing and Family Services has approved HUD funding through a Community Development Block Grant. This funding will allow KRM to assist clients with a continuum of services that will address ongoing housing, employment and other case management needs in order to prepare them for employment and self-sufficiency.
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