Topic: Syria

Dec 16, 2024

In the wake of historic political changes in Syria, HIAS extends our solidarity to the millions of Syrians who have been displaced by their country’s long conflict and encourages all governments to uphold obligations to protect those forced from their homes. 

Mar 15, 2023

Five weeks after an earthquake devastated Turkey and Syria, HIAS partner organizations have greatly assisted survivors.

Feb 21, 2023

As fears of a new humanitarian crisis rise following Monday's devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, HIAS is preparing to assist in the region and strategizing for the difficult months ahead. 

Jan 27, 2019

It’s been two years since President Trump first signed an executive order to ban Muslims from entering the country.

Aug 8, 2018

The sounds of summer may not usually include the tap dancing feet of Syrian refugee children, but now they do-- at least in Toledo, Ohio.

Jun 20, 2018

A new video tells the story of a unique partnership between HIAS and Islamic Relief USA which is helping to ensure that the most vulnerable refugees in Greece receive access to legal protection.

May 18, 2018

“The strength of the American community comes from diversity,” he says.

Feb 1, 2018

HIAS Statement on TPS Extension for Syria Feb 01, 2018 SILVER SPRING, Md.—On Wednesday, January 31, the Trump Administration decided to extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 6,900 Syrians. TPS is a humanitarian immigration status extended to foreign nationals present in the United States at the time of civil war or natural disasters in their […]

Aug 25, 2017

For many Americans, summer camp means bunk beds, bonfires and bug spray. But a unique five-week day camp program in Toledo, Ohio has helped a group of recently resettled Syrian refugee women and children adjust to life in the United States.

Aug 9, 2017

After HIAS Greece won their right to marry, two Syrian refugees in their early 20's had a small civil ceremony near the refugee camp where they first met last year.