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HIAS Responds to Trump Administration’s New Travel Ban Restrictions
"These restrictions reflect the arbitrary and discriminatory approach this administration has taken toward immigration policy from day one."
HIAS Rejects President Trump’s Refugee Falsehoods at United Nations
“As the American Jewish community prepares to enter our holiest days, HIAS and our supporters across the country hope that this administration can find the time to reflect deeply on the costs of ending American leadership on refugees.”
HIAS Partner JSS of Madison Among 25 Communities Selected for Gateways for Growth Challenge
HIAS’ local resettlement partner in Dane County, Jewish Social Service of Madison, will use the opportunity to develop strategies and foster economic growth by integrating immigrants and refugees.
HIAS Welcomes Ninth Circuit Court Ruling Narrowing Travel Ban Restrictions
“Once again, the courts have stepped in to protect common sense interpretations of how the United States can and should welcome refugees."
HIAS Slams Trump Administration’s Decision on DACA, Urges Congress to Protect Dreamers
“DACA recognized these individuals for who they are: Americans in everything but paperwork.”
HIAS Welcomes Federal Judge’s Ruling on SB 4 Bill
“The courts have stepped in to stop legislation that would have caused real harm to refugees and immigrants in Texas."
HIAS Responds to Israel’s Supreme Court Ruling on African Asylum Seekers
HIAS President and CEO Mark Hetfield called the ruling a partial victory for asylum seekers and their advocates in Israel.
HIAS Responds to Trump Administration Limiting Central American Minors Program
HIAS, the global Jewish nonprofit that protects refugees, is saddened by the Trump administration’s decision to end parole processing for individuals in Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala who apply to enter the U.S. through the Central American Minors (CAM) program.
HIAS Responds to Hate in Charlottesville
SILVER SPRING, Md.—HIAS, the global Jewish nonprofit that protects refugees, is horrified by the violence, hatred and loss of life over the weekend in Charlottesville.
HIAS Strongly Opposes RAISE Act
“Newcomers are an asset to this country, not a threat," said HIAS President and CEO Mark Hetfield.
