WAIM in the News

Catch up on WAIM's latest news coverage! Listen to radio segments or read articles from The Chronicle to see how WAIM continues to serve and support our community

Features in The Chronicle

Foster donates truck to WAIM

October 3, 2024
WAIM Executive Director Susan Hunter presents David Foster a plaque to thank him for donating a new truck. Nicole Zappone WILLIMANTIC - To thank the…

Steeple Chase Fundraiser Saturday

August 14, 2023
Riders prepare for 2022 Steeple Chase Bike Tour event. Paula Shepard WILLIMANTIC - While the demand for services at Windham Area Interfaith Ministry has tapered…

Listen to Our Recent Radio Features

Explore our recent radio interviews to hear WAIM’s story in action! Tune in to these highlights featuring our Executive Director Susan A. Hunter and dedicated team members, as they discuss WAIM's mission, community impact, and inspiring success stories. Listen in and discover how WAIM is helping our neighbors find stability and hope.

Wayne Norman Interviews

Tune into WILI 1400AM and 95.3FM for a special interview with Wayne Norman, featuring our Executive Director, H.S. Manager/PIP Coordinator, and Volunteer & Admin Coordinator. Together, they dive into WAIM's impactful programs and share inspiring success stories of neighbors who’ve regained stability with our support. This interview offers a behind-the-scenes look at the aid provided by WAIM—from practical resources to community-driven support—highlighting the many ways we help individuals and families get back on their feet.

Let's Talk About It

Susan Johnson and Dennis O'Brien—the hosts of Let's Talk About It—sit down with our Executive Director, Susan, following our 40th anniversary celebration. Together, they discuss the scope of our work, highlighting our commitment to the community over four decades. Susan shares stories of impact, program evolution, and the enduring mission that drives our organization, offering listeners an in-depth look at the vital services we provide and our vision for the future.

Building Bridges

The video "Building Bridges"  interviews two individuals who are included in the exhibit “Building Bridges - Portraits of Immigrants and Refugees.”

This traveling exhibit was developed by Family Diversity Projects to challenge damaging myths and stereotypes and includes photographs and text displays of interviews with people who have come to the United States as immigrants or refugees from all over the world.

Video by Alyssa Friedrich and Paulina Palomo.

Eastern's Dreamers

This video introduces three DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) students at Eastern CT State University (ECSU).

The students share their immigration experiences, what it’s like to be a DACA student at ECSU, and some of the positives and negatives they’ve experienced as an immigrant.

Video by Alyssa Friedrich and Paulina Palomo.

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