Topic: United States

Jan 20, 2021

The start of the Biden administration offers new hope for refugees and asylum seekers, but repairing the immigration system will take time and immense effort.

Jan 7, 2021

HIAS Statement on Insurrection at the U.S. Capitol Jan 07, 2021 WASHINGTON — In response to yesterday’s insurrection at the Capitol, HIAS released the following statement: Yesterday’s insurrection at the United States Capitol was an assault on democracy and an attempt to overturn a fair election process, incited by the actions and words of the president […]

Dec 9, 2020

In an op-ed originally published in New York Jewish Week, HIAS President and CEO Mark Hetfield, writes about how former HIAS Board Member Alejandro Mayorkas, nominated to lead the Dept. of Homeland Security, is uniquely suited to lead the department and restore respect for human rights.

Nov 25, 2020

Sofia and Julio both arrived with their families in the United States this year, and they're looking forward to their first taste of this quintessentially American holiday.

Nov 13, 2020

Sen. Ben Cardin (D-MD) told an audience of more than 350 on a HIAS-hosted post-election briefing call that he is confident the incoming Biden administration will set a new course, and restore refugee resettlement and repair America’s broken asylum system.

Nov 9, 2020

This Veterans Day, HIAS is highlighting the service of refugees in the U.S. armed forces.

Nov 7, 2020

After a tense nationwide wait since Election Day, HIAS congratulates President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris.

Nov 3, 2020

Voting for the first time is a momentous occasion for former asylum seekers like Ed Beetar and refugees like Mohamed Abdirahman, both of whom became citizens just this year.

Oct 19, 2020

An Asylum Victory Four Years In The Making By Max J. Rosenthal, HIAS.org Oct 19, 2020 The San Ysidro port of entry in San Diego, Calif., pictured on March 21, 2020. (Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) For one Salvadoran family, Aug. 13, 2020, marked the end of a four-year-long escape from deadly violence at home to […]

Oct 15, 2020

HIAS teams across the globe have found ways to connect with their local communities about mental health.