Topic: Jewish Values and History
142 results
Oct 27, 2023
HIAS Statement on Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting, Five Years Later
Oct 27, 2023
Five years ago today, three Jewish congregations in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania were attacked, in part, for their support for welcoming refugees. Eleven people were killed in what is considered the worst attack on the Jewish community in the history of the United States.
Oct 24, 2023
Across Europe, Faith Communities Stand Strong Against Antisemitism, Islamophobia and Xenophobia
Oct 24, 2023
In the wake of escalating violence in Israel and Gaza, we find ourselves in a moment of profound sorrow and heartbreak. While the number of victims keeps increasing, the consequences of the conflict are felt far beyond the region. Across Europe too, we are witnessing a distressing surge in antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents.
Sep 26, 2023
HIAS Launches Volunteer Program To Respond to Arrival of Migrants in New York City
Sep 26, 2023
HIAS has expanded its volunteer program for asylum seekers to meet the needs of the thousands of migrants arriving in New York City on state-sponsored buses.
Sep 20, 2023
Commemorating 20 Years of Humanitarian Assistance in Ecuador
Sep 20, 2023
Sabrina Lustgarten, who served as HIAS Ecuador's first country director, reflects on how the organization's work in the country set the tone for HIAS' expansion across the world.
May 19, 2023
The Hidden Jewish History of a War-Torn Ukrainian Village
May 19, 2023
In this dispatch from Ukraine, Raphael Marcus reflects on a startling discovery he made while visiting a village damaged by the Russia-Ukraine war.
May 17, 2023
HIAS Launches Center for Refugee Policy
May 17, 2023
HIAS, the global Jewish humanitarian organization that provides critical services to refugees around the world, today launched the HIAS Center for Refugee Policy.
May 9, 2023
Historic Archive Reinforces Urgency of Serving Today’s Refugees
May 9, 2023
Robert Aronson, a member and immediate past chair of the HIAS board, reflects on a recent board visit to Poland and Moldova.
Apr 27, 2023
Eight Jewish Congregations in Europe Join in Initiative to Fight Antisemitism and Promote Cross-Cultural Understanding
Apr 27, 2023
Eight Jewish congregations across Continental Europe are participating in an ambitious and innovative project, Neighbours, to tackle antisemitism and xenophobia, and promote cross-cultural and inter-religious understanding in their communities.
Mar 29, 2023
London Community Gathers to Celebrate HIAS+JCORE Launch
Mar 29, 2023
Leaders of the Jewish community and guests gathered to celebrate the coming together of HIAS and JCORE (the Jewish Council for Racial Equality) to form a new entity which will lead the Jewish response on issues of asylum, refugees, and racial equality in the United Kingdom.
Mar 23, 2023
Rabbi David Mason on Serving Britain’s Refugees
Mar 23, 2023
In a Q&A, the executive director of the newly-formed HIAS + JCORE, discussed the importance of community and society.