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Jun 16, 2022

UNHCR: 100 Million Now Displaced, 27 Million Refugees Worldwide

For the first time in human history more than 100 million people are displaced from their homes, UNHCR reports.

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Jun 15, 2022

VIDEO: Helping Refugees Find Financial Footing

Watch HIAS' new video about its economic inclusion programs that help refugees become financially independent.

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Jun 3, 2022

Nicaraguan Asylum Seekers Keep Heading to Costa Rica

For several years the number of asylum applications in Costa Rica has increased dramatically.

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May 31, 2022

CEO Mark Hetfield Reflects on Visit to U.S.-Mexico Border

In a short video interview, HIAS CEO Mark Hetfield reflects on his recent visit to Mexico, how Title 42 affects the U.S. asylum system, and what HIAS is doing in Mexico to help asylum seekers.

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May 26, 2022

Global Humanitarian Community Failing Ukrainian Women and Girls

The global humanitarian community is failing women and girls displaced by the Russia-Ukraine war who continue to face a dire and deteriorating situation inside Ukraine and across the region, a new report shows.

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May 25, 2022

New Welcome Circles Will Support Ukrainians

Experts from HIAS and JFNA explained how individuals and communities can welcome those fleeing the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The May 23 webinar, “Welcome in Action: Jewish Community Support for Ukrainian Newcomers” also previewed the upcoming launch of HIAS Welcome Circles for Ukrainians.

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May 18, 2022

How HIAS Gets Vital Cash To Displaced Ukrainians

To help meet urgent needs for food, shelter, and money exacerbated by lost jobs and livelihoods, HIAS partner R2P launched a direct Cash Assistance Program for internally displaced persons.

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May 18, 2022

Stranded in Mexico: The Human Cost of Title 42

Ana and James, asylum seekers from Mexico and Haiti, fled to the U.S.-Mexico border in search of safety. Forced to remain in the most dangerous areas of Mexico under Title 42, both found danger and violence instead.

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May 5, 2022

HIAS Will Work in Ukraine and Region for Years to Come

Raphael Marcus, HIAS’ senior vice president of programs, recently returned from a trip to Ukraine and Poland. He explained HIAS' work there and some plans for the future.

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Apr 29, 2022

Supporting Afghan Evacuees, Interfaith Communities Host Iftar Dinners

After just a few months of living in the U.S., Afghans resettled by Welcome Circles are navigating how to observe Ramadan in their new homes – and Welcome Circles are learning how best to support them.

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