Topic: U.S. Legal

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.

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.

Sep 22, 2023

HIAS welcomes Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas’ announcement on the extension of Afghanistan for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months.