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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.  

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 · Refugee Resettlement

May 3, 2021

President Biden Announces Revised Refugee Admissions Cap of 62,500 for FY21

President Biden announced today that he will officially raise the refugee admissions ceiling for Fiscal Year 2021 to 62,500 – a significant increase from the record-low 15,000 set by the Trump administration.

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

April 28, 2021

President Biden Recommits to Immigration Reform in First Address to Congress

In his first-ever address to a joint session of Congress this evening, President Biden recommitted his administration to pursuing long-overdue reforms to immigration policy.

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

April 21, 2021

Global Refuge Calls for Climate Displacement Solutions on Earth Day

51 years after the inaugural Earth Day, where 20 million people took to the streets to demonstrate for environmental protection, the impacts of climate change continue to worsen.

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News · Immigration and Asylum

April 19, 2021

Global Refuge on MSNBC: Refugee Admissions

Global Refuge President & CEO Krish O’Mara Vignarajah joined MSNBC’s "American Voices with Alicia Menendez" to talk about recent changes to refugee policy.

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Press Release · Refugee Resettlement

April 16, 2021

President Biden Signs Executive Order Modifying Refugee Admissions Policy

President Biden signed an executive order intended to speed up refugee admissions to the U.S, but does not raise the total number of refugees allowed to resettle in the country.

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Press Release · Foster Care

April 13, 2021

No Unaccompanied Refugee Minors Resettled in FY2021

The United States has not resettled any Unaccompanied Refugee Minors in Fiscal Year 2021, according to the refugee resettlement organization Global Refuge

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News · Family Reunification

March 24, 2021

FAQ: What Is Happening with Immigrant Children at the Southern Border?

Since April 2020, we have seen steady increases of families and children arriving at our southern border seeking protection from violence and environmental disasters that have ravaged Central America and beyond.

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

March 17, 2021

Global Refuge urges House to pass the American Dream and Promise Act

Global Refuge called upon the House of Representatives to pass the American Dream and Promise Act.

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Press Release · Refugee Resettlement

March 17, 2021

Global Refuge Calls on President Biden to Issue Revised Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions

Today, Global Refuge calls upon President Biden to officially issue its revised presidential determination on refugee admissions for Fiscal Year 2021.

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