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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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    September 26, 2024

    How to Talk to Your Kids About Immigration

    Learn how to talk to your kids about immigration from Global Refuge.

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  • News

    September 26, 2024

    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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Advocacy

  • 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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  • Advocacy

    October 17, 2024

    Six Migration and Climate Displacement Takeaways from Climate Week NYC

    The Global Refuge Advocacy team attended the 2024 Climate Week NYC—a massive gathering of practitioners from public policy, philanthropy, the private sector, science, and other disciplines focused on the climate crisis.

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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

April 30, 2019

America Can Never Put a Price on Freedom and Safety From Persecution

The Administration ordered new and unnecessary restrictions that would impose an application fee for asylum petitions and put limits on work permits for asylum seekers.

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

April 17, 2019

Yuma State of Emergency Reflects A Need for Humanitarian Aid

Yuma Mayor Nicholls signed a proclamation of emergency as the city struggles with the recent influx of migrant families released by Customs and Border Protection.

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Advocacy · Family Reunification

March 26, 2019

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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Press Release · Family Reunification

March 26, 2019

Global Refuge Highlights Continued Family Separations in Statement for the Record

As the DHS prepares for a hearing on family separation, Global Refuge has submitted a statement for the record, outlining the lasting traumatic impact that family separations have.

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

March 26, 2019

Global Refuge Commends Senators Van Hollen and Cardin for Introducing Secure Act

In response to Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin introducing the Secure Act of 2019, Global Refuge President and CEO Krish O’Mara Vignarajah, issued the following statement:

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

March 18, 2019

Global Refuge Denounces Administration’s Plans to Close Key Immigration Operations Abroad as a Backdoor Attempt to Halt Legal Immigration

The Administration’s announcement last week of its plans to close international immigration offices is nothing but an attempt to halt legal immigration to the United States.

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

March 15, 2019

Presidential Veto Undermines Constitutional Balance of Powers, Will of the People

Today’s veto circumvents Congressional authority after Congress passed a bi-partisan spending bill in February with little funding for the wall.

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Press Release · Immigration and Asylum

March 6, 2019

Global Refuge Bears Witness to the Conditions of Country’s Largest Child Detention Center

Global Refuge President and CEO Krish O’Mara Vignarajah was among a small number of faith-based and non-profit leaders invited by Health and Human Services to tour the Homestead Child Detention Facility.

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Press Release

February 13, 2019

Global Refuge Appoints Krish O’Mara Vignarajah as President and CEO

Global Refuge is excited to announce the appointment of Krish O’Mara Vignarajah, former Policy Director to First Lady Michelle Obama, as President and Chief Executive Officer.

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