Long praised for who they were serving, HIAS in Ecuador is now being recognized for how they are serving.
Without Congressional action, those protected and affected by DACA will continue to live in fear.
HIAS will utilize the generous grant in honor of 2017 Genesis Prize Laureate Anish Kapoor to strengthen support for refugees.
As the situation in Greece becomes increasingly dire and the international community less attentive, two faith-based organizations—one Jewish and one Muslim—are taking action.
HIAS and ADL penned an open letter to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, urging him to refrain from deporting tens of thousands of African asylum seekers.
“These folks have, without a doubt, contributed to the success of the United States.”
"I lived through civil war, civil unrest, and clan disputes," Yaasir wrote. "I do not want this future for my children."
With an administration intent on completely shutting refugee resettlement down, Congressional support for refugees is more important than ever.
No matter what actions the Trump Administration may take to erode protections for individuals fleeing persecution and violence, HIAS and our supporters will always be there to defend the rights of refugees and the United States’ legacy of welcome.
In the face of major challenges, the level of mobilization in support of refugees in 2017, both in the United States and abroad, reached new heights.
