Topic: Asylum

Jun 2, 2021

HIAS Welcomes The End of 'Remain In Mexico' Policy Jun 02, 2021 On June 1, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas issued a memorandum officially terminating the Remain in Mexico program. Formally referred to as the Migrant Protection Protocols, or MPP, the Remain in Mexico program forced more than 71,000 asylum seekers to wait in […]

May 27, 2021

The use of the harsh Trump era policy is gaining wider attention — and earning more and more criticism.

May 24, 2021

Yeinier's journey from Cuba to the United States took 22 months; with HIAS’ help, his story had a happy ending, but it came at a high price.

May 14, 2021

Claris has been waiting for six years to hug her children. Thanks to HIAS, she just got her chance.

May 11, 2021

In the latest episode of Crossing Borders, we hear from asylum seekers trapped at the U.S.-Mexico border and the HIAS workers trying to get them to safety.

Apr 26, 2021

HIAS Aruba is helping the island's government register asylum seekers for the COVID-19 vaccination.

Apr 7, 2021

Some asylum seekers trapped in Mexico are finally being allowed into the United States, but other border policies are still causing serious harm to people in need of safety.

Mar 23, 2021

What is the situation at the border and with asylum seekers? And what changes has the Biden administration made to its policies? Here are some answers.

Mar 19, 2021

Statement Submitted to the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Homeland Security Mar 19, 2021 Statement submitted to the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Homeland Security Hearing on“The Way Forward on Homeland Security” HIAS is the international Jewish humanitarian organization that provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers in 16 countries. We advocate […]

Mar 8, 2021

On International Women's Day we focus on programs in Ecuador, Israel, and Chad where HIAS is focusing on women and helping them find safety and new opportunities.