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Practicing Solidarity: L'Arche Around the World

"All in L’Arche share a common humanity and a fundamental equality.

We have a shared responsibility for each other and are committed to the

common good." Guiding principles of L’Arche

L'Arche GWDC belongs to the International Federation of L'Arche. We belong to our sisters and brothers around the world who live out the same mission of L'Arche in so many different ways. There is something very powerful in feeling our connection to other communities and members across the globe. We are bound to each other, bound by our common humanity--utterly unique and yet, all human. "You know that you're a human? You know that, or not?" recites Roman from L'Arche Ukraine.


It is from this place of solidarity, as humans together on this "blessed land," that we invite you to consider supporting our sisters and brothers in L'Arche globally. There are many L'Arche communities that receive little to no government funding and who do not have access to donor support. Would you consider donating to our Solidarity Fund in support of these communities? Donations to this fund go to things like continued emergency responses in L'Arche Ukraine, professional trainings for assistants across the world, and L'Arche Zimbabwe's strategic focus on outreach, day programs, and therapy projects.


Watch the rest of Roman's recitation of Vasyl Symonenko's poem "You know that you're a human?" below and learn more about the work of L'Arche internationally.

Donate to the L'Arche Solidarity Fund Here*

*The donation link takes you to GWDC's page. Please type in the "Comments" section "Solidarity Fund." We will send the donations as one lump sum to L'Arche International.

Introducing L'Arche GWDC's Planned Giving


One of the simplest ways to leave a legacy to L'Arche GWDC is to name us as a beneficiary to a retirement account, investment account, savings or checking account, or insurance policy. For more info, visit our website or contact Sarah Moore at [email protected] | (202) 360-6868.

News & Events


  • Our Lent Retreat is Saturday, April 1, 10-11:30a EDT on Zoom! Join us for a time of reflection and being together. RSVP here for Zoom link.


  • Virtual Prayer Nights are the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30p EDT on Zoom. Our next prayer night is April 4.
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  • Looking for a new career or workplace? Know someone who is? We are currently hiring for multiple roles. The DC Service Team Leader supports two homes of adults with intellectual disabilities and the assistants who support them. A successful candidate for the STL position will lead with compassion and flexibility, empowering and supporting the growth of the team and each team member.
  • L'Arche GWDC is featured in an art show! Mac Cosgrove-Davies, a good friend of community and acclaimed local photographer, has an "Arlington Volunteers" art exhibit opening April 4, 5:30-7pm at the Central Library. We hope to see you there!

Slice of Life

Cast your vote! If YOU had to choose, which drink would you pick?
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If you're following along from last month, the BEACH remained the winner, with 17 more votes for it over the mountains... we still love you mountains!

We got to celebrate Calvin's birthday together at Ontario! Calvin "Sonny" is a dear friend of community and former GWDC core member. The Euclid tradition of birthday donuts (on a stick!) lives on.

Kelly is delighted to have defeated Liddy at Uno 5-3 on a recent evening out.




Did you know that over one third of our overall budget comes from fundraising? Donate today to help sustain our work.

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