Topic: U.S. Legal
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Jul 17, 2019
WATCH: A Day in the Life of HIAS Border Fellow Luis Gonzalez
Jul 17, 2019
Watch “A Day in the Life of HIAS Border Fellow Luis Gonzalez” to see what making a difference looks like firsthand.
Jun 25, 2019
WATCH: Asylum, An Essential Lifeline
Jun 25, 2019
Asylum is in the news a lot these days. Borders closed, children forcibly separated from parents, people detained in cages. Yet, many of us still don’t know what asylum really means and how it works. Watch our new video to learn more.
Apr 9, 2019
Border Fellow Helps Those Seeking a “Glimmer of Hope”
Apr 9, 2019
Nicolas Palazzo is the new HIAS Border Fellow working in El Paso, Texas.
Nov 30, 2018
HIAS Border Fellow Helping Right Where the Need is Great
Nov 30, 2018
Luis Gonzalez is the new HIAS Border Fellow at Jewish Family Service in San Diego.
Oct 26, 2018
HIAS Statement on Possible Executive Action Restricting Asylum
Oct 26, 2018
HIAS Statement on Possible Executive Action Restricting Asylum Oct 26, 2018 SILVER SPRING, Md. – Yesterday it was reported that President Trump is considering an executive action to deny entry to Central American asylum seekers on the Southern border, including those currently traveling as part of the caravan. If signed, this ban would take effect […]
Aug 7, 2018
At U.S.-Mexico Border, HIAS Examines Crisis Up Close
Aug 7, 2018
In July HIAS sent a team of legal and program experts to several areas along both sides of the the U.S.-Mexico border to determine how best to respond to the family separation and asylum crisis.
Jul 9, 2018
May 31, 2018
Deciphering the Recent Threats to Asylum in America
May 31, 2018
Learn more about the policies impacting asylum seekers and how you can stand up to make a difference.
May 9, 2018
Salvadoran Mother and Son Win Asylum with Help from HIAS
May 9, 2018
As the Trump Administration continues to pursue policies aimed at keeping families apart, HIAS is proud to be in the business of keeping loved ones together.
May 2, 2018
At Community Hearing in Maryland, Activists Speak Out for Immigrants
May 2, 2018
The intense national debate surrounding immigration is playing out in local communities across the country, including this week in Maryland.