Topic: Welcome Circles

Apr 29, 2022

Supporting Afghan Evacuees, Interfaith Communities Host Iftar Dinners

After just a few months of living in the U.S., Afghans resettled by Welcome Circles are navigating how to observe Ramadan in their new homes – and Welcome Circles are learning how best to support them.

Feb 16, 2022

Welcome Circles Bolster Resettlement Capacity at Critical Moment

Afghan families have started to arrive at HIAS Welcome Circles, a network of synagogues and local Jewish organizations taking on the responsibility of resettling refugees in their communities.

Nov 17, 2021

Jewish Community Mobilizes to Pioneer New Resettlement Model

Together with partners in the American Jewish community, HIAS is launching a network of what it hopes will be at least 100 sponsorship circles. Through these Welcome Circles, HIAS plans to resettle between 500 to 1,000 Afghan refugees in communities across the country.