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Global Refuge Delivers Powerful Testimony at Congressional Hearing
Global Refuge President Krish O'Mara Vignarajah spoke at a Congressional Hearing on refugee resettlement and immigration pathways.
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DHS Extends and Redesignates TPS for Afghanistan
Global Refuge commends The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for announcing a redesignation and extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghanistan for 18 months.
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One Year Later…Families Are STILL Being Separated
Nearly one year ago, on April 6, the Administration rolled out their zero-tolerance policy, which codified the practice of family separation.
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U.S. Resettles Most Refugees in Three Decades, Maintains FY 2025 Refugee Cap at 125,000
The White House announced today that President Biden has officially signed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Presidential Determination on refugee admissions, maintaining the annual cap at 125,000 refugees.
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Immigration
Learn how to talk to your kids about immigration from Global Refuge.
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Supporting Empowerment: A Donor’s Story
"Matt is a proven leader, he understands the economic strength refugees bring to our communities, and he has compassion for welcoming newcomers,” said Jon Buuck, Global Refuge Senior Philanthropic Advisor. “We could not ask for a better partner in the work of welcome.”
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