A Legacy of Sanctuary: HIAS CEO Dr. Beth Oppenheim Connects Personal History to Global Refugee Crisis
April 14, 2026 – Dr. Beth Oppenheim, the current CEO of HIAS, a global Jewish humanitarian organization, has drawn a…
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A United Front: Over 1,100 U.S. Jewish Clergy Champion Refugee and Immigrant Rights
On March 11, 2026, a significant coalition of over 1,100 U.S. Jewish clergy, representing the full spectrum of Jewish denominations,…
Refugee Shabbat 2026: A Global Jewish Response to Rising Xenophobia
In its eighth annual observance, HIAS’s Refugee Shabbat has emerged as a potent testament to the Jewish community’s unwavering support…
The Sudan Crisis Fuels Chad’s Humanitarian Catastrophe: A Deepening Refugee Crisis Amidst Aid Cuts
March 26, 2026 – By Jennie van den Boogaard, Director of Global External Relations and Marketing The civil war in…
A Legacy of Sanctuary: HIAS CEO Dr. Beth Oppenheim Reflects on Yom HaShoah and the Enduring Need for Refugee Protection
April 14, 2026 – In the wake of Yom HaShoah, the Day of Remembrance, Dr. Beth Oppenheim, CEO of the…
The Jewish Community Unites for Refugee Shabbat: A Global Call for Compassion Amidst Rising Xenophobia
In an era marked by increasing global displacement and a surge in xenophobic sentiments, the Jewish community has reaffirmed its…
Navigating Precarious Paths: HIAS Adapts to Evolving Refugee and Asylum Seeker Needs in the United States
February 27, 2026 Refugees and asylum seekers currently in the United States are navigating an increasingly uncertain environment, where fluctuating…
The Critical Impact of Humanitarian Aid Cuts on Refugee Women and Girls in Kenya: A Growing Crisis in Mental Health and Well-being
Nairobi, Kenya – March 4, 2026 – A severe reduction in humanitarian aid from major international donors, including the United…
HIAS Leads Legal Front in Defense of Refugee Protections Amidst Trump Administration’s Dismantling of Humanitarian Systems
The Trump administration’s aggressive stance against refugee and asylum systems has precipitated a profound crisis for individuals fleeing persecution worldwide,…
The Lingering Trauma of Wrongful Detention: A Refugee’s Story of Resilience and the Fight for Justice
March 20, 2026 By HIAS Staff The United States is currently detaining an unprecedented number of individuals in Immigration and…
