Topic: Asylum

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Jun 4, 2026

Deep Dive: The EU Pact on Migration and Asylum

A refugee and her baby attend a welcome ceremony upon their arrival in Rome, Italy on March 05, 2024. 97 refugees were rescued from Libyan detention camps and will now be hosted across Italy. (Riccardo De Luca/Anadolu via Getty Images) After years of debate and in response to recurring refugee crises, the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum goes into effect on June 12.

A refugee and her baby attend a welcome ceremony upon their arrival in Rome, Italy on March 05, 2024. 97 refugees were rescued from Libyan detention camps and will now be hosted across Italy. (Riccardo De Luca/Anadolu via Getty Images)

May 29, 2026

Uncertain Roads, Unexpected Refuge: Reverse Migration’s Impact on Solo Men

As thousands of people seeking safety have been forced into a 'reverse migration' due to shifting U.S. immigration policies, HIAS is providing assistance in Panama.  As thousands have been forced into a 'reverse migration' due to shifting U.S. immigration policies, HIAS is still providing aid in Panama.

As thousands of people seeking safety have been forced into a 'reverse migration' due to shifting U.S. immigration policies, HIAS is providing assistance in Panama. 

May 23, 2026

HIAS Condemns New Memo Forcing Immigrants to Leave the Country to Apply for Green Cards

HIAS Condemns New Memo Forcing Immigrants to Leave the Country to Apply for Green Cards HIAS condemns a new policy which could force thousands of immigrants to leave the country for in order to apply for green cards.

HIAS Condemns New Memo Forcing Immigrants to Leave the Country to Apply for Green Cards

May 13, 2026

Refugees in Mexico: What You Need to Know

A woman from Venezuela leaves her makeshift shelter to take her children to school, in Mexico City, Mexico on July 3, 2025. Due to changes in U.S. immigration policies, asylum seekers are stranded in Mexico, with many now aiming to return to their home countries while others seek asylum in Mexico. (Daniel Cardenas/Anadolu via Getty Images) Learn more about the current landscape for refugees and asylum seekers in Mexico, and how HIAS advocates for their rights.

A woman from Venezuela leaves her makeshift shelter to take her children to school, in Mexico City, Mexico on July 3, 2025. Due to changes in U.S. immigration policies, asylum seekers are stranded in Mexico, with many now aiming to return to their home countries while others seek asylum in Mexico. (Daniel Cardenas/Anadolu via Getty Images)

Apr 10, 2026

After Crossing 13 Countries, HIAS Helps Asylum Seeker Reunite with His Family

Fon, an asylee from Cameroon, reunites with his family in Washington, D.C. on December 5, 2025. HIAS provided Fon with legal and social services and helped him reunite with his wife and children. (HIAS) After crossing 13 countries, Fon finally reached safety in the U.S. as HIAS helped him rebuild his life and reunite with his family.

Fon, an asylee from Cameroon, reunites with his family in Washington, D.C. on December 5, 2025. HIAS provided Fon with legal and social services and helped him reunite with his wife and children. (HIAS)

Mar 20, 2026

MS NOW: HIAS Client Speaks Out About Horrifying Conditions in ICE Detention

HIAS program participant Juliette* bravely shared her experience with ICE detention with MSNOW, and the lingering consequences she suffered. HIAS program participant Juliette* bravely shared her experience with ICE detention with MSNOW.

HIAS program participant Juliette* bravely shared her experience with ICE detention with MSNOW, and the lingering consequences she suffered.

Mar 6, 2026

On the Offense: HIAS Files Multiple Legal Challenges to the Trump Administration’s Attacks

HIAS supporters gather outside a courthouse in Seattle to celebrate the court ruling that blocked the Trump administration’s executive order suspending the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP). The decision came in the lawsuit Pacito vs. Trump, in which HIAS is a plaintiff, alongside several other resettlement agencies and individuals directly impacted by the suspension. February 25, 2025 (Zhanna Veyts). HIAS is fighting for refugees and immigrants and is currently involved in several legal challenges to the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant agenda.

HIAS supporters gather outside a courthouse in Seattle to celebrate the court ruling that blocked the Trump administration’s executive order suspending the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP). The decision came in the lawsuit Pacito vs. Trump, in which HIAS is a plaintiff, alongside several other resettlement agencies and individuals directly impacted by the suspension. February 25, 2025 (Zhanna Veyts).

Feb 27, 2026

When the System Shifts: How HIAS Supports Refugees and Asylum Seekers in the U.S.

A HIAS Economic Advancement Fund program participant and his family in Florida in 2025 (HIAS). HIAS helps refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants find safe economic opportunities to earn sustainable income and contribute to their communities. HIAS is working around the clock to support refugees and asylum seekers as the Trump Administration attempts to dismantle resettlement.

A HIAS Economic Advancement Fund program participant and his family in Florida in 2025 (HIAS). HIAS helps refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants find safe economic opportunities to earn sustainable income and contribute to their communities.

Feb 27, 2026

Legal Services Organizations Sue to Block Sweeping Immigration Appeals Rule That Eliminates Meaningful Judicial Review

Legal Services Organizations Sue to Block Sweeping Immigration Appeals Rule That Eliminates Meaningful Judicial Review HIAS and our partners filed a lawsuit to block a new interim final rule that would effectively eliminate meaningful appellate review before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).

Legal Services Organizations Sue to Block Sweeping Immigration Appeals Rule That Eliminates Meaningful Judicial Review

Feb 17, 2026

HIAS Files Amicus Brief in Noem v. Al Otro Lado to Defend the Right to Seek Asylum

HIAS Files Amicus Brief in Noem v. Al Otro Lado to Defend the Right to Seek Asylum HIAS filed an amicus brief in Al Otro Lado v. Noem, urging the Supreme Court to reject “turnback” policies that unlawfully block people from seeking protection at ports of entry.

HIAS Files Amicus Brief in Noem v. Al Otro Lado to Defend the Right to Seek Asylum

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