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Dec 1, 2023

October 7 Attacks Displaced More Than Just Israeli Jews

Dec 1, 2023

An Eritrean mother and child awaits for assistance in Israel 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 29, 2023

Hope in the Darién: “I Want To Make People Smile”

Nov 29, 2023

A daughter of refugees herself, Maria Sanchez now devotes her time to serving migrants making the journey across the Darién Gap.

Nov 15, 2023

In Mexico, an All-Woman Team Supports Survivors of Violence

Nov 15, 2023

In Mexico, an All-Woman Team Supports Survivors of Violence The all-female team has played a critical role in HIAS Mexico's work in serving victims of violence in Tapachula, along Mexico's border with Guatemala.

Nov 13, 2023

Sustaining Life Amid the Devastation

Nov 13, 2023

Sustaining Life Amid the Devastation 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 10, 2023

Helping Children in Ukraine Understand War and Displacement

Nov 10, 2023

Helping Children in Ukraine Understand War and Displacement Following the breakout of full-scale war in 2022, a HIAS program began teaching Ukrainian parents how to explore difficult issues with their children.

Nov 9, 2023

“Within This Pain, We Do Our Work”

Nov 9, 2023

“Within This Pain, We Do Our Work” 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 8, 2023

For Asylum Seekers, CBP One App Poses Major Challenges

Nov 8, 2023

A person hold their cellphone, displaying an error message on the CBP One App. The message reads: Despite challenges posed by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection app, CBP One has become key to the Biden Administration's border management policy.

Nov 3, 2023

Photos: On the Ground in Israel, HIAS Assists the Displaced

Nov 3, 2023

Photos: On the Ground in Israel, HIAS Assists the Displaced 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.

Oct 31, 2023

Roma from Ukraine Face New Hardships After Fleeing

Oct 31, 2023

Three Roma refugees, black and white Roma refugees in Poland are treated differently than other refugees from Ukraine. Working with a partner, HIAS aims to fill an essential need.

Oct 18, 2023

Letter From Israel: “These Are Difficult Days”

Oct 18, 2023

Letter From Israel: “These Are Difficult Days” HIAS Israel Country Director Sivan Carmel talks about her experience following the October 7 terrorist attack and reinforces the value of HIAS' work.

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