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May 5, 2020

A Global Perspective on the Modern Perils of Seeking Asylum

The international human rights system is fragile—HIAS will continue to represent, advocate, and litigate for something better and more rights-compliant.

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May 5, 2020

Up Close and Personal at the U.S.-Mexico Border

A volunteer who went on a HIAS delegation to the U.S.-Mexico border just before the pandemic recalls his work and the emotional impact of the trip.

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May 1, 2020

New COVID-19 Resource Page for U.S. Clients

As the global pandemic continues, questions abound for asylum seekers, asylees, and refugees across the country.

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Apr 30, 2020

How Asylum Seekers In Israel Are Coping With COVID-19

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, asylum seekers in Israel were leading precarious lives. Now, with the country on lockdown and jobs drying up, HIAS Israel County Director Sivan Carmel says it is harder than ever for asylum seekers to stay afloat.

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Apr 30, 2020

LISTEN: CFR Discussion on How COVID-19 is Affecting Refugees

The Council on Foreign Relations interviews HIAS' VP of International Programs Rachel Levitan.

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Apr 28, 2020

HIAS Partners Find Ways to Stay Connected to Clients During Pandemic

Despite the challenges of the pandemic, resettlement agencies in the HIAS affiliate network across the U.S. are finding ways to stay connected with their clients.

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Apr 22, 2020

Refugees Answer the Call to Help in New York

Farid and Wahida Popal, refugees from Afghanistan, have answered the call to help in New York during the pandemic.

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Apr 14, 2020

Things to Know About Refugees and COVID-19

Some important things to keep in mind about refugees and COVID-19.

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Apr 7, 2020

Celebrating Passover During a Pandemic: Same, But Different

This year, instead of gathering for Seders, millions of Jews are separated from their families during Passover, as the world continues to grapple with COVID-19.

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Apr 3, 2020

Former HIAS President Carl Glick Dies at 98

The investment banker and World War II veteran was a longtime leader of HIAS and many other American Jewish organizations.

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