The telling of a young asylum seeker’s journey from Afghanistan at the launch of a justice book has poignantly illustrated the rationale for its publication.
The child sponsorship challenge
Wednesday, September 10, 2014A book co-edited by an Avondale academic is the first to objectively critique one of the most enduring and important flows of humanitarian aid. Its launch featured a panel of representatives from the Adventist Development and Relief Agency, Asian Aid, Baptist World Aid and Compassion. Robyn Priestley of Sydney Adventist Forum reflects on the discussion.
Two tell adventure tales
Thursday, September 27, 2012A must-read manuscript has moved an Avondale lecturer to help publish the stories of two of the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s pioneering humanitarian workers.
Chapter earns activism citation
Wednesday, April 4, 2012Avondale College of Higher Education lecturer Brad Watson has been cited for contributing to the book Mission and Development: God’s Work or Good Works?
Power of pen pals
Wednesday, September 28, 2011Regular contact with their sponsor is good for the emotional health of children in developing countries, doctoral research by an Avondale academic shows.
Schoolmates celebrate
Wednesday, September 28, 2011An Avondale lecturer thanked students for their help by launching at Avondale School the sequel to a book about a boy and the challenge of adolescence.