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News · Immigrant Empowerment & Inclusion

August 23, 2023

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  • Press Release · Immigrant Empowerment & Inclusion

    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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  • Advocacy

    January 16, 2026

    Operation in Minnesota Targeting Lawfully Admitted Refugees

    As many people know, the process of seeking safety in the United States for families forced to flee their homes is extensive and difficult. Refugees admitted to the United States by the government undergo years of processing, in-person interviews, security checks, and medical screenings before setting foot on U.S. soil.

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  • Press Release

    December 16, 2025

    Global Refuge Deeply Alarmed by Expansion of Sweeping Travel Ban

    Global Refuge strongly condemns the Trump administration’s decision to dramatically expand its travel ban, escalating a policy first announced in June that already restricted entry for nationals from 19 countries. Today’s proclamation broadens those restrictions to 39 countries worldwide, further limiting lawful travel and migration through a sweeping mix of full and partial entry bans.

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  • Press Release · Immigrant Empowerment & Inclusion

    December 20, 2022

    Afghan Adjustment Act Omitted from Senate Omnibus Budget Bill

    The United States Senate today unveiled its omnibus spending bill, which omitted bipartisan legislation allowing Afghan evacuees to apply for lawful permanent residence.

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  • Event · Refugee Resettlement

    November 25, 2020

    Beyond Borders and Barriers: Creating an Equitable World for Migrant Women and Girls

    Please join Global Refuge for Beyond Borders and Barriers: Creating an Equitable World for Migrant Women and Girls.

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  • Press Release · Immigrant Empowerment & Inclusion

    September 24, 2023

    Biden Administration Extends, Redesignates Venezuela for TPS

    Global Refuge commends Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas for announcing the extension and redesignation of Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months

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Advocacy

January 16, 2026

Operation in Minnesota Targeting Lawfully Admitted Refugees

As many people know, the process of seeking safety in the United States for families forced to flee their homes is extensive and difficult. Refugees admitted to the United States by the government undergo years of processing, in-person interviews, security checks, and medical screenings before setting foot on U.S. soil.

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Press Release

December 16, 2025

Global Refuge Deeply Alarmed by Expansion of Sweeping Travel Ban

Global Refuge strongly condemns the Trump administration’s decision to dramatically expand its travel ban, escalating a policy first announced in June that already restricted entry for nationals from 19 countries. Today’s proclamation broadens those restrictions to 39 countries worldwide, further limiting lawful travel and migration through a sweeping mix of full and partial entry bans.

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News

December 10, 2025

Global Refuge Reaffirms Commitment to Human Dignity

At Global Refuge, we honor and recognize the inherent dignity of all people. For 86 years, we have walked alongside refugees and other immigrants as they build their new lives in the United States—often fleeing war, persecution, and humanitarian disaster in pursuit of a better life. We welcome newcomers not simply because it is the right thing to do, but because it is central to our mission and identity: As a witness to God's love for all people, we stand with and advocate for children, refugees, and other immigrants , transforming communities through ministries of service and justice.    

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News

December 4, 2025

7 Ways to Make a Difference for Immigrants and Refugees This Season

The holiday season is here, bringing festive fun, time with family and friends, and a chance to reflect on the past year. For many refugees and other immigrants, it has been a particularly difficult and dangerous time. They may be spending the season away from loved ones, hiding in the shadows, or worrying whether they still have a future in the United States.

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News · International Work

May 20, 2025

Tomas’ Story: Building a Bright Future and a Healthy Home

In a remote village in Guatemala, Tomas is building a new future for himself and his family—without having to leave home. 

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News

July 23, 2024

Combatting Disinformation

Immigrants make the U.S. stronger. Learn the facts about immigrants and refugees and work to counter harmful narratives.

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News

April 2, 2024

Harrowing experience for immigrant women means challenging path to American dream

On a small island off the coast of Lower Manhattan, a statue stands as a testament to the promise of the American dream. It’s not the towering Statue of Liberty – Mother of Exiles – but rather the likeness of Annie Moore, an Irish teenager who etched her name into history as the first immigrant to step onto U.S. soil through Ellis Island in 1892.

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Press Release

March 26, 2024

Global Refuge Statement on Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

"We know our city is strong. We know we can and we will rebuild. And we also know the contributions of our immigrant brothers and sisters will continue to be essential in that effort."

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Press Release

March 22, 2024

Congressional funding bill authorizes additional Special Immigrant Visas for eligible Afghans

Budget legislation to add 12,000 Special Immigrant Visas for Afghans allies, extends application deadline

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