Arlington, Va. (June 29) – The devastating earthquakes that struck north-central Venezuela on June 24th have left communities shattered, families broken, and an entire nation grieving. The scale of loss is staggering — and the pain is still unfolding.
Arlington, Va., (June 18, 2026) – On World Refugee Day, ECDC joins UNHCR and partners worldwide in affirming a fundamental principle: the right to seek safety belongs to everyone, everywhere. This year’s commemoration carries added significance as the international community marks the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention, the founding document that established refugee protection as a matter of international law and shared responsibility.
Arlington, Va. (June 11, 2026) – ECDC hosted its Annual Fundraiser Gala on June 9 in Arlington, drawing close to 300 guests in observance of the upcoming World Refugee Day. “As we gather for ECDC’s 2026 Annual Gala, we come together to celebrate a defining and enduring part of the American story: the spirit of welcome,” said Tsehaye Teferra, PhD, president and CEO of ECDC.