Topic: U.S. Legal

Jan 21, 2025

Protecting the safety and rights of refugees is more than just a moral necessity – it's also a legal obligation.

Nov 21, 2024

In the wake of an election characterized by strong anti-immigrant rhetoric, learn how you can help asylum seekers and refugees in the U.S.

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 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 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.

Mar 23, 2024

HIAS is praising Congress for reauthorizing the Lautenberg Amendment for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2024.

Dec 22, 2023

Thanks to volunteers, staff members, and supporters, HIAS' legal clients will receive some extra holiday cheer this year.

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.