Topic: Chad

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Dec 2, 2024

Refugees Supporting Refugees: Monim, Israel

Man in hat and glasses smiling Monim Haroon has worked at HIAS for several years. He was first an asylum seeker from Sudan who crossed multiple deserts to get to Israel and received help from HIAS. Today he advocates for asylum seekers who are denied basic rights.

Oct 11, 2024

Extreme Weather Illustrates Climate Change Risk to Refugees

Extreme Weather Illustrates Climate Change Risk to Refugees The impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton and other flooding disasters around the world is a harbinger of displacement challenges ahead.

Oct 10, 2024

At HIAS, Every Day is World Mental Health Day

At HIAS, Every Day is World Mental Health Day At HIAS, World Mental Health Day (October 10) notes the importance of mental health education, awareness, and advocacy.

Sep 13, 2024

Severe Floods Displace Locals and Refugees Across Chad

Severe Floods Displace Locals and Refugees Across Chad Local communities and refugees have lost their homes and have been cut off from vital services due to severe flooding in Chad.

Jun 20, 2024

UNHCR: Number of Displaced Worldwide Exceeds 120 Million

UNHCR: Number of Displaced Worldwide Exceeds 120 Million Ahead of World Refugee Day, the United Nations’ refugee agency announced the greatest number of displaced people ever recorded — 120 million — a staggering figure that has doubled over the last decade.

Jun 5, 2024

The World’s Largest Displacement Crisis Needs More Attention

The World’s Largest Displacement Crisis Needs More Attention Twenty years ago, crisis in Darfur dominated global headlines. As the situation in Sudan worsens today, attention has turned elsewhere. That must change.

Apr 17, 2024

Jewish Clergy: Sudanese Civilians Must Be Protected

Two women sit at a refugee camp in Chad. One year after the crisis in Sudan began, a letter from the HIAS Clergy Council calls for the global community to protect Sudanese civilians.

Apr 9, 2024

In Their Own Words: Refugees Mark Flight from Sudan to Chad

In Their Own Words: Refugees Mark Flight from Sudan to Chad One year since violence in Sudan caused mass displacement, three refugees describe encountering help from HIAS in Chad.

Dec 19, 2023

2023: Year in Review

2023: Year in Review In a year marked by geopolitical conflict and other challenges, HIAS expanded its services to meet the needs of displaced people worldwide.

Dec 10, 2023

After Fleeing Sudan, Refugees Get Mental Health Help in Chad

Older man in robe and head covering sitting and people behind him sitting with heads covered For refugees fleeing Sudan's conflict, the psychological toll is daunting. HIAS' mental health programs have helped fill an important gap.

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