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Jewish Community Mobilizes to Pioneer New Resettlement Model
Nov 17, 2021

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.
Corporate Partners Help Afghans Find Shelter in a Perfect Housing Storm
Nov 09, 2021

Tens of thousands of Afghans need to be resettled in America at a moment when the country has a widespread crisis of affordable housing. HIAS is working with corporate partners to make sure they are set up for success.
Let's Talk About Climate Change and Refugees
Nov 04, 2021

Climate change is not theoretical, so HIAS is now talking about its significant impact on migration.
Desperation Drives Thousands Through Darién Gap
Oct 27, 2021

Thousands of refugees, mostly Haitians, Venezuelans, and Cubans, attempt the perilous journey through the Darién Gap between Colombia and Panama, a wild, jungle area that has no roads and is rife with gang violence. On a recent assessment trip, HIAS officials got a first-hand look at the situation.
Three Years On, Lessons from Squirrel Hill: Q&A with Mark Oppenheimer
Oct 26, 2021

Mark Oppenheimer’s new book Squirrel Hill: The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting and the Soul of a Neighborhood traces the response of the community in the weeks and months after the attack. HIAS spoke with the author about what we can learn from the community, the event, and its aftermath.
MPP’s Return Will Make Bad Border Situation Worse
Oct 20, 2021

With the pending return of MPP, HIAS is on the ground in Mexico assessing the current situation.
Empowering Venezuelan Women Refugees in Peru
Oct 18, 2021

An empowerment event at HIAS Peru allowed women refugees from Venezuela to feel free and safe.
Protecting Refugees in Both Body and Mind
Oct 08, 2021

On World Mental Health Day hear about the dedication of HIAS staff.
New Funds to Help Afghans
Oct 06, 2021

When they arrive in America, some Afghan refugees will be directly aided by the legacy of Jewish refugees of another era.
Haitian Bridge Alliance and HIAS Fight Injustice Together
Oct 01, 2021

HIAS is supporting Haitian Bridge Alliance’s work in providing direct services to Haitian asylum seekers.

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