Topic: Israel
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Feb 13, 2024
Community Center in Israel Helps African Women Cope with War
Feb 13, 2024
In partnership with HIAS Israel’s Emergency Response, JACC distributes food, children’s toys, clothing, diapers, and baby food to asylum seekers.
Jan 23, 2024
Israeli Court Grants Sudanese Asylum Seekers Temporary Status
Jan 23, 2024
The ruling is a significant victory for the asylum seekers, many of whom survivors of trauma in both Sudan and Israel.
Jan 12, 2024
Hunger and Devastation: A Moral Call to Action
Jan 12, 2024
The Jewish community rightly feels rage and distress over the October 7 attacks. But we cannot turn a blind eye to displacement and famine.
Jan 8, 2024
For Israel’s African Refugees, October 7 Brings Fresh Trauma
Jan 8, 2024
For many of Israel's African refugees, the horrors of October 7 have given them a double dose of trauma.
Dec 28, 2023
Dispatch from Israel: Rebuilding Through Partnerships
Dec 28, 2023
A personal account from a HIAS staffer stationed in Israel after the terrorist attacks, where the emergency response team developed ways to work with local organizations to help some of the estimated 250,000 displaced Israelis.
Dec 1, 2023
October 7 Attacks Displaced More Than Just Israeli Jews
Dec 1, 2023
An essay published in JTA and co-signed by HIAS Israel urged the country to consider the interests of Sudanese and Eritrean refugees displaced by the October 7 attacks.
Nov 20, 2023
HIAS Joins Call for TPS Designation for Israelis, and for Palestinians from Gaza and the West Bank
Nov 20, 2023
Eight national, Jewish organizations urged President Biden and DHS Secretary Mayorkas to designate Israel for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and/or authorize Israelis for Deferred Enforced Departure (DED). They are encouraged by reports that the Department of Homeland Security is considering designating TPS for Palestinians from Gaza and the West Bank.
Nov 13, 2023
Sustaining Life Amid the Devastation
Nov 13, 2023
As an organization that is deeply rooted in humanity and empathy, advocating for the rights and safety of vulnerable people around the world, HIAS recognizes the pain of any life destroyed.
Nov 9, 2023
“Within This Pain, We Do Our Work”
Nov 9, 2023
HIAS convened a webinar featuring three experts who explained the situation in greater detail and assessed what HIAS has done to help those in need.
Nov 3, 2023
Photos: On the Ground in Israel, HIAS Assists the Displaced
Nov 3, 2023
HIAS is providing emergency protection services and helping displaced people to access shelter. The response has expanded to include cash assistance, provision of food and household items, and mental health support services.