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Battered by Recent Floods, Peruvians Receive a Lift

Ukrainian Refugees in Israel Build Resilience Through Leadership

A leadership program developed by HIAS Israel has met with a positive reception from Ukrainian refugees wanting to give back to their new communities.

Jewish Californians Gather to Advocate for Refugees 

In mid-May, over 300 activist leaders from across California convened at JPAC Capitol Summit to advocate on issues of concern to their communities. Extending case management for refugees, a goal aligned with Jewish history and values, was one of the summit’s major priorities.

Hetfield Calls for Immigration Reform at U.S. House Hearing

In a hearing of the House Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security and Enforcement on Tuesday, HIAS President and CEO Mark Hetfield said that comprehensive immigration reform is the only way to respect the rights of asylum seekers by creating safe, orderly and humane processes, while also meeting demands for border security.

Greece Election: How Will the Results Affect Refugees?

HIAS Greece Country Director Vassilis Kerasiotis discusses the potential impact of Kyriakos Mitsotakis' victory on refugees and HIAS’ work in the country.

Ukrainian Refugees Find Community in Romania — Through Hockey

The sport has helped children overcome trauma from leaving their homeland in the midst of a war.

The Hidden Jewish History of a War-Torn Ukrainian Village

In this dispatch from Ukraine, Raphael Marcus reflects on a startling discovery he made while visiting a village damaged by the Russia-Ukraine war.

Introducing the HIAS Center for Refugee Policy 

As the rate of global displacement continues to climb, HIAS is launching the Center for Refugee Policy to leverage over a century's experience working with displaced people and create an intellectual hub for research and policy analysis. We sat down Guillermo Cantor, the center's director, to learn more.

Weeks After Deadly Quake, Help Endures for Ecuador’s Victims

HIAS' response to the disaster has persisted long after the ground stopped shaking.

The End of Title 42: Five Key Takeaways

In preparation the end of Title 42 enforcement on May 11, the Biden Administration has announced policies restricting asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border while committing to facilitate and expand resettlement for displaced people from the Western Hemisphere.