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Up Close and Personal at the U.S.-Mexico Border
May 05, 2020

A volunteer who went on a HIAS delegation to the U.S.-Mexico border just before the pandemic recalls his work and the emotional impact of the trip.
A Global Perspective on the Modern Perils of Seeking Asylum
May 05, 2020

The international human rights system is fragile—HIAS will continue to represent, advocate, and litigate for something better and more rights-compliant.
New COVID-19 Resource Page for U.S. Clients
May 01, 2020

As the global pandemic continues, questions abound for asylum seekers, asylees, and refugees across the country.
How Asylum Seekers In Israel Are Coping With COVID-19
Apr 30, 2020

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, asylum seekers in Israel were leading precarious lives. Now, with the country on lockdown and jobs drying up, HIAS Israel County Director Sivan Carmel says it is harder than ever for asylum seekers to stay afloat.
LISTEN: CFR Discussion on How COVID-19 is Affecting Refugees
Apr 30, 2020

The Council on Foreign Relations interviews HIAS' VP of International Programs Rachel Levitan.
HIAS Partners Find Ways to Stay Connected to Clients During Pandemic
Apr 28, 2020

Despite the challenges of the pandemic, resettlement agencies in the HIAS affiliate network across the U.S. are finding ways to stay connected with their clients.
Refugees Answer the Call to Help in New York
Apr 22, 2020

Farid and Wahida Popal, refugees from Afghanistan, have answered the call to help in New York during the pandemic.
Things to Know About Refugees and COVID-19
Apr 14, 2020

Some important things to keep in mind about refugees and COVID-19.
Celebrating Passover During a Pandemic: Same, But Different
Apr 07, 2020

This year, instead of gathering for Seders, millions of Jews are separated from their families during Passover, as the world continues to grapple with COVID-19.
Former HIAS President Carl Glick Dies at 98
Apr 03, 2020

The investment banker and World War II veteran was a longtime leader of HIAS and many other American Jewish organizations.

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