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Jan 8, 2024
For Israel’s African Refugees, October 7 Brings Fresh Trauma
Jan 8, 2024
For many of Israel's African refugees, the horrors of October 7 have given them a double dose of trauma.
Dec 28, 2023
Dispatch from Israel: Rebuilding Through Partnerships
Dec 28, 2023
A personal account from a HIAS staffer stationed in Israel after the terrorist attacks, where the emergency response team developed ways to work with local organizations to help some of the estimated 250,000 displaced Israelis.
Dec 27, 2023
A Haitian Refugee Cultivates a Passion for Cooking in Guyana
Dec 27, 2023
After fleeing violence and persecution in Haiti, Esther used HIAS' help to make her favorite dishes in her new country, Guyana.
Dec 22, 2023
Holiday Toy Drive Brings Joy to Asylum Seekers
Dec 22, 2023
Thanks to volunteers, staff members, and supporters, HIAS' legal clients will receive some extra holiday cheer this year.
Dec 21, 2023
Understanding New York’s Migrant “Crisis” — and How to Help
Dec 21, 2023
HIAS experts say New York isn't facing a "migration crisis", but a lack of coordination and resources. HIAS is helping new arrivals, and you can too.
Dec 20, 2023
Ukraine: Reflections on a Year in a War Zone
Dec 20, 2023
In an interview, former HIAS Ukraine Country Director Erika Alfageme talks about the experience of establishing a presence there amid war and displacement.
Dec 19, 2023
2023: The Year in Review
Dec 19, 2023
In a year marked by geopolitical conflict and other challenges, HIAS expanded its services to meet the needs of displaced people worldwide.
Dec 14, 2023
Q&A: Assessing the Mental Health Toll of War in Ukraine
Dec 14, 2023
A new report from HIAS and Girls provides a much-needed assessment of the mental health consequences of Ukraine's war.
Dec 13, 2023
Asylum is at Risk in the U.S. It’s Time to Take Action.
Dec 13, 2023
Negotiations around funding for humanitarian and refugee programs are being tied to policies that could restrict asylum in the U.S. for years to come.
Dec 10, 2023
After Fleeing Sudan, Refugees Get Mental Health Help in Chad
Dec 10, 2023
For refugees fleeing Sudan's conflict, the psychological toll is daunting. HIAS' mental health programs have helped fill an important gap.