Refugee Shabbat 2026: A Global Jewish Call for Compassion Amidst Rising Xenophobia
March 19, 2026 – HIAS Staff The eighth annual Refugee Shabbat, observed globally on March 13-14, 2026, served as a…
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Refugee Crisis in Kenya Deepens as Aid Cuts Imperil Mental Well-being of Women and Girls
March 4, 2026 – The ongoing reduction in humanitarian aid from key international donors, particularly the United States and European…
HIAS Leads Multi-Pronged Legal Battle Against Trump Administration’s Dismantling of Refugee and Asylum Systems
Seattle, WA – March 6, 2026 – In a sweeping legal offensive, HIAS and a coalition of partner organizations are…
A Refugee’s Nightmare: Juliette’s Story of Wrongful ICE Detention and the Lingering Trauma
March 20, 2026 – By HIAS Staff The stark reality of the United States’ immigration detention system is laid bare…
Jewish Communities Worldwide Unite for Eighth Annual Refugee Shabbat, Championing Welcome Amidst Rising Xenophobia
Jewish communities across the globe observed their eighth annual Refugee Shabbat on March 13-14, 2026, a significant observance that underscored…
Navigating Precarious Landscapes: HIAS Adapts to Evolving Refugee and Asylum Seeker Needs in the U.S.
Right now, refugees and asylum seekers in the United States are navigating a precarious landscape, where shifting policies and unpredictable…
The Unseen Scars: Refugee Women in Kenya Bear the Brunt of Aid Cuts, Mental Health Support Becomes a Critical Lifeline
March 4, 2026 By HIAS Staff Drastic reductions in humanitarian aid from major global donors, including the United States and…
HIAS Leads Legal Battle Against Trump Administration’s Dismantling of Refugee and Humanitarian Protections
The Trump administration’s systematic dismantling of refugee protection, asylum processes, and vital humanitarian aid systems has inflicted profound and far-reaching…
Jewish Communities Worldwide Unite for Refugee Shabbat Amidst Rising Xenophobia
Jewish communities across the globe observed their eighth annual Refugee Shabbat on March 13-14, 2026, a significant interfaith initiative by…
The Unseen Toll: Aid Cuts Devastate Refugee Mental Health in Kenya, Leaving Women and Girls on the Brink
The stark reality for refugees in Kenya has become increasingly grim over the past year, as significant reductions in humanitarian…
