Topic: Protection

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Jun 29, 2022

Airbnb Helps Refugees Find Housing & Community in Ecuador

When Daniela arrived as a refugee in Ecuador with her husband and young son, they faced difficulty and uncertainty. Thanks to HIAS, Airbnb, and local hosts who open up their homes to refugees, she now feels supported and embraced by her local community.

Jun 28, 2022

Right to Protection’s Quick Pivot to a War Footing

Right to Protection’s Quick Pivot to a War Footing “I woke up at 5:30 a.m. and started calling colleagues,” Alexander (Sasha) Galkin recalled of the first night of the war. As the director of Right to Protection (R2P) — HIAS’ long time partner in Ukraine — he had urgent priorities: ensuring the safety of R2P staff, and working out how the organization could pivot to the new emergency.

Apr 28, 2022

Nuria’s Story: A Girl in Kenya Survives Abuse with HIAS’ Help

Nuria’s Story: A Girl in Kenya Survives Abuse with HIAS’ Help Nuria and her siblings were violently mistreated but they got a referral to a HIAS Kenya office and got the support they needed.

Nov 9, 2021

Corporate Partners Help Afghans Find Shelter in a Perfect Housing Storm

Corporate Partners Help Afghans Find Shelter in a Perfect Housing Storm Tens of thousands of Afghans need to be resettled in America at a moment when the country has a widespread crisis of affordable housing. HIAS is working with corporate partners to make sure they are set up for success.

Sep 1, 2020

Thinking About Safety as Part of Mental Health Services in Kenya

Thinking About Safety as Part of Mental Health Services in Kenya HIAS Kenya is focused on getting basic necessities to clients to help them deal with mental health issues.

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