Sophia Nobre shares the incredible journey of Panahgah, an NGO she founded to help Afghan refugees integrate into Brazilian society. The update highlights the challenges and successes faced by the organization, detailing how the church in Brazil is acting as a catalyst for change by welcoming and supporting Afghan refugees. Sophia discusses the implementation of a community sponsorship policy by the Brazilian government, inspired by Panahgah’s work, and shares her personal experiences traveling to international conferences to advocate for refugee resettlement. The episode also explores the transformative impact on the churches involved and underscores the critical role of the global church in addressing the refugee crisis.
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68. From Afghans to Brazilian: Panahgah and the Power of Community Sponsorship on the Lausanne Movement website.
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This product was added to our catalog on Monday 17 November, 2025.
