Topic: Legal Protection

Nov 6, 2024

The court in Mytilene convicted four for attacking photojournalist Michael Trammer and issuing violent threats to refugees.

Oct 23, 2024

Igor Chubaryov has worked at HIAS since November 1989. But his history with the organization started months earlier, after he fled the Soviet Union.

Aug 26, 2024

Yoerli's life changed in early 2021. Now, she's living in Costa Rica, where she works for HIAS.

Aug 19, 2024

For Afghan asylum seekers who were left behind during the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, finding legal support is yet another challenge.

Jun 27, 2024

Amidst a fraught U.S. election cycle, asylum seekers are targets for negative political rhetoric and legislation curtailing their access to safety.

Apr 25, 2024

Our team of expert lawyers support people fleeing from persecution to obtain asylum, work permits, and more in Costa Rica.

Apr 24, 2024

HIAS South Africa’s first director Alana Pugh-Jones Baranov discusses her plan to work alongside the country's Jewish community.

Apr 4, 2024

HIAS helps those who have fled persecution seek gain asylum in the U.S. But with a growing asylum backlog, many face long waits in legal limbo.