Topic: U.S. Refugee Admissions Program
168 results
Feb 16, 2021
HIAS’ Community Engagement Sends Strong Message
Feb 16, 2021
HIAS’ community engagement team knows the start of a new presidency doesn't mean refugee advocates can take a break.
Feb 5, 2021
Biden Administration Announcements on Refugees Are Welcome News
Feb 5, 2021
Biden Administration Announcements on Refugees Are Welcome News Feb 05, 2021 WASHINGTON — In the first days of the Biden administration, HIAS has been encouraged by the new president’s swift and positive actions to welcome refugees. His pledge today to raise the annual refugee admissions cap in consultation with Congress is another much-needed step toward […]
Feb 1, 2021
More than 1,000 Jewish Clergy: Ensure Refugees and Asylum Seekers Are Welcome in the United States
Feb 1, 2021
More than 1,000 Jewish Clergy: Ensure Refugees and Asylum Seekers Are Welcome in the United States Feb 01, 2021 SILVER SPRING, Md. — As the Biden administration begins to repair the damage done over the past four years to the immigration system in the United States, HIAS, the international Jewish humanitarian organization for refugees and […]
Jan 29, 2021
Refugee Advocates Will Press Biden, Congress For Major Changes
Jan 29, 2021
“We cannot be complacent just because Joe Biden is in the White House,” said Naomi Steinberg, HIAS’ vice president of policy and advocacy.
Jan 26, 2021
Resettlement Agencies Across the U.S. Are Ready to Rebuild
Jan 26, 2021
As the Trump administration shrank refugee admissions to a trickle, many refugee resettlement organizations shrank as well. Now those groups must repair their ability to welcome new arrivals.
Jan 20, 2021
The Work Ahead: What’s Next For The New Administration
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.
Dec 22, 2020
2020 Year In Review: A Global Pandemic Met with Resilience
Dec 22, 2020
2020 will undoubtedly be a year that many people will want to forget. But despite the unparalleled challenges of 2020, HIAS has been able to not only pivot to online programs and services but actually extend its reach to more clients. HIAS helped more than 1.17 million people this year, the highest number in the organization’s history.
Dec 9, 2020
Opinion: A Biden Appointee Who Carries the Jewish Story Itself
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 23, 2020
Hetfield to Halifax Forum: U.S. Will Again Lead on Refugee Protection
Nov 23, 2020
In a video interview for the annual Halifax International Security Forum, Hetfield said he expect things will change for the better for refugees and asylum seekers with the new Biden administration.
Nov 7, 2020
Congratulations to President-Elect Joe Biden
Nov 7, 2020
After a tense nationwide wait since Election Day, HIAS congratulates President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris.