Topic: Legal
117 results
Dec 22, 2023
The European Court of Human Rights Communicates Four Cases for Multiple Violations of the European Convention on Human Rights, Including the Suspension of Access to Asylum in March 2020
Dec 22, 2023
On 27 November and on 18 December 2023 respectively, the European Court of Human Rights published its communication of HIAS Greece’s cases N.Y. v. Greece, B.G.Y. v. Greece and H.K. v. Greece, and K.A. and others v. Greece to the Greek Government.
Dec 21, 2023
Understanding New York’s Migrant “Crisis” — and How to Help
Dec 21, 2023
HIAS experts say New York isn't facing a "migration crisis", but a lack of coordination and resources. HIAS is helping new arrivals, and you can too.
Dec 10, 2023
Settlement with Families Separated at the Border a Critical First Step
Dec 10, 2023
HIAS welcomes the approval of the federal government’s settlement with thousands of families who were separated at the U.S.-Mexico border under the Trump administration in 2017 and 2018.
Dec 8, 2023
WATCH: Safeguarding Refugee Rights Through Legal Support
Dec 8, 2023
In this new video, you'll hear the stories of some of the over 200,000 displaced people HIAS assists each year through its legal support programs.
Nov 8, 2023
Congress Must Reject Anti-Asylum Measures in Budget Proposals
Nov 8, 2023
As Congress continues its work ahead of the November 17th deadline to prevent a partial shutdown of the federal government, HIAS is sounding the alarm about anti-asylum proposals that would be damaging not only for the people seeking safety, but also for communities around the United States, and for the nation’s historic leadership role when it comes to welcoming refugees.
Oct 10, 2023
Five Ways Americans Can Welcome Refugees
Oct 10, 2023
With a record 110 million people forcibly displaced, it is vital that everyday Americans help refugees find welcome and safety in their communities.
Sep 5, 2023
Eritrean Asylum Seekers Face “Instability and Uncertainty” in Israel
Sep 5, 2023
Following weekend clashes between Eritrean asylum seekers and the police, HIAS Israel Country Director Sivan Carmel appeared on CNN to provide context for and discuss the implications of the event.
Sep 1, 2023
HIAS Statement on Amicus Brief Seeking Due Process for Immigrants in Removal Proceedings
Sep 1, 2023
HIAS has been joined by 11 other immigration legal services organizations around the country in submitting an amicus brief to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), advocating for due process protections on behalf of noncitizens facing deportation.
Aug 9, 2023
European Court of Human Rights Grants Interim Measures to Afghan Family in Legal Limbo
Aug 9, 2023
HIAS Greece welcomes the Court's decision but expresses its deep concern for Greece's continuous rejection of asylum applications.