Finchley Progressive Synagogue Becomes the UK’s First Synagogue of Sanctuary
In a landmark moment for refugee support and interfaith solidarity in the United Kingdom, Finchley Progressive Synagogue (FPS) has been…
Immigration & Refugee Issues
South Africa Grapples with Escalating Xenophobic Violence as Refugee Communities Face Heightened Threats
The specter of xenophobia, a persistent and often violent phenomenon in South Africa, has once again cast a dark shadow…
America at 250: A Continual Reckoning with Its Founding Promise of Equality
July 3, 2026 By HIAS Staff The United States, at 250 years of existence, stands at a pivotal juncture, grappling…
The Supreme Court’s Ruling on Temporary Protected Status Threatens Lifelines for Millions
The Supreme Court’s recent decision on June 25, 2026, allowing the Trump administration to proceed with terminating Temporary Protected Status…
Venezuela Reels from Devastating Earthquakes Amidst Pre-existing Humanitarian Crisis
On June 24, 2026, Venezuela was violently jolted by a seismic event of catastrophic proportions, featuring two major earthquakes, including…
Justice Prevails: Afghan Refugees Exonerated and Compensated After Years of Wrongful Imprisonment in Greece
July 10, 2026 By HIAS Staff Nearly six years after the devastating fire that consumed Europe’s largest refugee camp, Moria,…
The EU Pact on Migration and Asylum: A New Era for Refugee Protection or a Step Backwards?
After years of protracted negotiations and in the shadow of persistent refugee crises at its external borders, the European Union’s…
The EU Pact on Migration and Asylum: Navigating a Shifting Landscape for Refugees and Asylum Seekers
June 9, 2026 By HIAS Staff The European Union stands at a critical juncture as the comprehensive EU Pact on…
World Refugee Day 2026: Stories of Resilience Amidst Global Challenges
Seventy-five years ago, a landmark agreement, the 1951 Refugee Convention, was established with the solemn purpose of preventing a recurrence…
World Refugee Day 2026: A Global Snapshot of Displacement Reveals Shifting Tides and Persistent Challenges
By Noah Gottschalk | Chief External Relations Officer June 18, 2026 – As the world prepares to observe World Refugee…
