God Stories: Joyce Lomo (Refugee Empowerment Program)

Published: June 3, 2020, 9 a.m.

Refugee Empowerment Program's mission is to empower refugees and immigrants in Memphis, TN by offering high-quality, tailored programming that encourages, educates, and equips individuals, families, and the community. They walk alongside our new neighbors as they integrate into American culture and work to achieve their personal and professional goals. 

Today's guest, Joyce Lomo, a refugee that came to Memphis in 2001, shares her story of living in Binghampton and how her mother, Ruth Lomo, started the program in 2002. REP has grown to serving more 350 students from 20 countries and has even expanded to offering ESL programs.