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News

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.  

The Latest from Global Refuge

  • News · Refugee Resettlement

    January 8, 2025

    Six Congregations Unite Under One Mission: To Honor Our Nation’s Promise to Allies

    A group in Maryland called the Interfaith Refugee Ministry formed a Circle of Welcome to sponsor a family in need of immediate resettlement, one of the many allies who had risked everything for the U.S. mission.  

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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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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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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

June 28, 2022

Amid Tragedy and Historically-High Arrivals, Global Refuge Releases Immigration Policy Recommendations

Amid unprecedented global displacement and historically high arrivals of asylum seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border, and in the wake of the tragedy that claimed the lives of at least 50 migrants yesterday

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

June 10, 2022

President Biden to Sign Los Angeles Declaration on Migration at Summit of the Americas

President Biden is set to sign the Los Angeles Declaration today, a regional partnership to address historic migration flows in the Western Hemisphere.

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

May 23, 2022

Federal Judge Blocks Biden’s Plan to End Title 42 Asylum Restrictions

A federal judge in Louisiana issued a preliminary injunction on Friday, May 20 that prevents the Biden Administration from planning and executing an orderly end to Title 42.

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News · Immigration and Asylum

May 11, 2022

Failure to Include Afghan Adjustment Act Represents a Mission Unfinished and a Promise Unfulfilled

Response to news that the U.S. House of Representatives has left an Afghan Adjustment Act out of the Ukraine Supplemental, leaving tens of thousands of Afghans without a permanent path to safety in the U.S.

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

April 27, 2022

“Meet the Moment” – Global Refuge Statement on the Importance of Restoring Asylum

On Tuesday afternoon, the Department of Homeland Security released its plan to restore asylum after the May 23 termination of Title 42.

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Press Release · Refugee Resettlement

April 21, 2022

Biden Administration Announces “Uniting For Ukraine”: New Sponsorship Program for Ukrainians Seeking Safety in the U.S.

The Biden administration today announced a new parole program, dubbed Uniting for Ukraine, to expedite the acceptance of displaced Ukrainians with U.S. ties

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

April 19, 2022

Statement – DHS Designates Cameroon for Temporary Protected Statues (TPS)

Global Refuge has joined over 200 organizations in calling on the administration to make the designation last year due to the dangerous conditions that make safe return to the country impossible.

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Press Release · Empowering Refugees

April 19, 2022

Walmart Awards Global Refuge Grant for New American Cities Program

Global Refuge, a leading national refugee resettlement nonprofit, announced that Walmart has awarded the organization a $1,000,000 grant to implement New American Cities

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News · Immigration and Asylum

April 8, 2022

What Should Welcome Look Like After Title 42?

An unlawful policy called Title 42 has been used more than 2.4 million times to block asylum seekers and expel migrants at the southern border.

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