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October 31, 2024

What’s America’s superpower? Immigration, says Global Refuge’s Krish O’Mara Vignarajah

Global Refuge President & CEO Krish O’Mara Vignarajah recently took the stage at TEDxApex Women in Apex, North Carolina to make the case that the United States owes its preeminence on the global stage to one key asset: immigration.  

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  • News

    December 20, 2024

    2024 Year in Review: Our Top 10 Photos

    As we reflect on 2024, Global Refuge is grateful for the journey we've shared with the families we serve and the communities that support us along the way. We're excited to share 10 of our favorite photos that capture the spirit of our mission. Each image tells a story of moments that have shaped our work and inspired us all.

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  • News · Community Engagement

    December 16, 2024

    A Full-Circle Moment 40 Years in the Making

    Bill and Ellen Gertzog helped resettle a refugee family through Global Refuge in the 1980s. Nearly four decades later, they met the family again.

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Advocacy

  • Advocacy

    December 20, 2024

    Advocacy in Action: Congress backs Afghan relocation office as part of end-of-year vote on defense bill

    In its annual defense bill, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Congress approved language that authorizes for three years a key U.S. government office that coordinates Afghan relocation and resettlement efforts, CARE.

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  • Advocacy · Immigration and Asylum

    October 23, 2024

    What is the CHNV Parole Program?

    The Biden administration opened a new program allowing certain nationals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to apply for entry to  the U.S. for a temporary stay of up to two years.

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  • Press Release · Refugee Resettlement

    November 6, 2024

    Global Refuge Reaffirms Commitment to Refugees and Immigrants as Nation Prepares for New Administration

    In the wake of the 2024 presidential election, Global Refuge remains steadfast in its mission to serve vulnerable immigrant and refugee communities across the United States.

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  • Press Release · Refugee Resettlement

    September 30, 2024

    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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News · Immigration and Asylum

November 17, 2022

What You Need to Know about Asylum Seekers and Migrant Buses

Despite the challenges that have come with this unexpected influx of new arrivals, communities across the nation have shown radical welcome and hospitality to their new neighbors.

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Press Release

November 14, 2022

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott Donates $15 Million to Global Refuge

Global Refuge announced today it received a $15 million gift from billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

October 21, 2022

Department of Homeland Security Designates Ethiopia for Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas announced today the designation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ethiopia for 18 months, marking the first such designation for the country.

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News · Immigration and Asylum

October 14, 2022

Biden Administration Expands Title 42 to Venezuelans and Creates Limited Humanitarian Parole Program

The Biden Administration announced a program that would expand the use of Title 42 to expel Venezuelans seeking entry to the U.S. and create a humanitarian parole program for certain eligible asylum seekers.

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News

September 30, 2022

New American Families Affected by Hurricane Ian

Over the past two days, Hurricane Ian has been barreling through the southeastern United States, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake.

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Press Release · Refugee Resettlement

September 27, 2022

President Biden keeps FY23 refugee cap at 125,000

President Biden today officially signed the Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2023, maintaining an annual cap of 125,000 slots.

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News · Empowering Refugees

September 9, 2022

Creating a Wider Circle of Opportunity

For new Americans, landing a good job is one of the most important steps in the immigration journey.

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News

August 26, 2022

Global Refuge Statement on the Anniversary of the Kabul Airport Bombing

One year ago today, 183 people lost their lives in the bombing of Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan.

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News · Refugee Resettlement

August 25, 2022

Global Refuge on PBS NewsHour: Afghan Refugees One Year Later

Global Refuge's President & CEO, Krish O’Mara Vignarajah, joined PBS NewsHour to talk about our work resettling Afghan refugees

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