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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Combatting Disinformation
Immigrants make the U.S. stronger. Learn the facts about immigrants and refugees and work to counter harmful narratives.
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.
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."
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
Federal court upholds CHNV humanitarian parole program
A Texas district court ruled today in favor of the Biden administration in Texas v. DHS regarding the Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV) parole program.
Global Refuge Welcomes Five New Members to Board of Directors
Global Refuge, the nation's largest faith-based nonprofit dedicated exclusively to serving refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants in the U.S., announces the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors
Ahead of State of the Union, Global Refuge urges focus on immigration messaging
“This is an opportunity for President Biden to leverage his bully pulpit and champion the case for common-sense, bipartisan immigration reforms."