Topic: Jewish Values and History
156 results
Jun 20, 2018
WATCH: Protecting Refugees in Greece, An Interfaith Response
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.
Jun 19, 2018
Rabbi Joseph Telushkin: Family Separations “Cannot Be” U.S. Policy
"Any of us who are parents know the anguish a separation from our children causes – for us and for our children. This cannot be a policy, official or unofficial, of the United States."
Jun 15, 2018
SLIDESHOW: HIAS Joins “Families Belong Together” Rallies
The government’s “zero tolerance” policy at the border is simply not being tolerated by the American public.
Jun 13, 2018
Jewish Organizations Oppose Family Separation
In a letter to AG Sessions and Secretary Nielsen, the group wrote: "Our Jewish faith demands of us concern for the stranger in our midst."
May 31, 2018
Deciphering the Recent Threats to Asylum in America
Learn more about the policies impacting asylum seekers and how you can stand up to make a difference.
May 16, 2018
WATCH: HIAS Education Director Interviewed on 112BK
“There’s nothing more American than welcoming refugees—and nothing more Jewish.”
May 15, 2018
Tracing an Ohio Family’s Incredible 78-Year Connection to HIAS
“My family was helped by HIAS and other organizations like it. My grandparents worked hard, my parents worked hard, and now I just want to do what I can to make sure others have that same chance.”
Apr 25, 2018
Outside the Supreme Court, Activists Say #NoMuslimBanEver
“Three times Donald Trump has tried to force this unconstitutional ban on us. And three times we have stood up to stop it.”
Mar 23, 2018
Los Angeles Jewish Community Unites in Support of Refugees
As the Trump Administration welcomes an historically low number of refugees into the United States, a coalition of over 30 Jewish congregations and organizations gathered on Thursday, March 22 for a community-wide show of support for refugees.
Mar 13, 2018
The Genesis Prize Foundation Awards HIAS $100,000 Challenge Grant
The grant will help strengthen the capacity of local faith leaders, refugees, and resettlement partners in communities across America to advocate in support of immigrants and refugees.