U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI)
@refugees.org
Since 1911, USCRI has been advancing the rights and lives of refugees and immigrants.
This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for supporters who believe in compassion, generosity & dignity for all.
Despite a year of immense challenges, your support helps us advocate for humane policies & build communities of welcome. Thank you for bringing light & hope to those seeking refuge.
Despite a year of immense challenges, your support helps us advocate for humane policies & build communities of welcome. Thank you for bringing light & hope to those seeking refuge.
November 27, 2025 at 3:49 PM
This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for supporters who believe in compassion, generosity & dignity for all.
Despite a year of immense challenges, your support helps us advocate for humane policies & build communities of welcome. Thank you for bringing light & hope to those seeking refuge.
Despite a year of immense challenges, your support helps us advocate for humane policies & build communities of welcome. Thank you for bringing light & hope to those seeking refuge.
USCRI is deeply disturbed by reports that USCIS may reinterview 200K+ already-admitted refugees & halt applications for permanent residence.
We call on the Administration to reverse this policy & reaffirm America’s commitment to a strong, humane refugee program.
Statement: https://bit.ly/49DdCvH
We call on the Administration to reverse this policy & reaffirm America’s commitment to a strong, humane refugee program.
Statement: https://bit.ly/49DdCvH
November 26, 2025 at 5:36 PM
USCRI is deeply disturbed by reports that USCIS may reinterview 200K+ already-admitted refugees & halt applications for permanent residence.
We call on the Administration to reverse this policy & reaffirm America’s commitment to a strong, humane refugee program.
Statement: https://bit.ly/49DdCvH
We call on the Administration to reverse this policy & reaffirm America’s commitment to a strong, humane refugee program.
Statement: https://bit.ly/49DdCvH
Ending #Burma #TPS on Jan 26, 2026 ignores ongoing conflict, civilian attacks, and mass displacement. Thousands of Burmese TPS holders now face return to dangerous conditions. USCRI urges a full reversal and immediate protection for affected families.
Full statement: https://bit.ly/48yrvdn
Full statement: https://bit.ly/48yrvdn
November 25, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Ending #Burma #TPS on Jan 26, 2026 ignores ongoing conflict, civilian attacks, and mass displacement. Thousands of Burmese TPS holders now face return to dangerous conditions. USCRI urges a full reversal and immediate protection for affected families.
Full statement: https://bit.ly/48yrvdn
Full statement: https://bit.ly/48yrvdn
The UN’s 2025 UNiTE campaign targets digital violence against women. Digital abuse is real harm and can amount to persecution—yet gender isn’t recognized in refugee law.
More: https://bit.ly/4omTMZl
More: https://bit.ly/4omTMZl
Fairness for Women in Gender-Related Refugee Cases - USCRI
This article explores the challenges women face in refugee and asylum processes, where gender-neutral procedures often fail to address gender-related persecution.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:32 PM
The UN’s 2025 UNiTE campaign targets digital violence against women. Digital abuse is real harm and can amount to persecution—yet gender isn’t recognized in refugee law.
More: https://bit.ly/4omTMZl
More: https://bit.ly/4omTMZl
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BREAKING: A federal court just ordered the Trump administration to delay its termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Syria while the legal case challenging the decision moves forward.
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November 19, 2025 at 9:33 PM
BREAKING: A federal court just ordered the Trump administration to delay its termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Syria while the legal case challenging the decision moves forward.
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What’s going on with SNAP? The shutdown is over, but some groups — like refugees and immigrants — are still cut off. Swipe through to learn why these groups might need #SNAP benefits to fill a critical gap and learn more at https://bit.ly/49cCMRJ
November 21, 2025 at 6:53 PM
What’s going on with SNAP? The shutdown is over, but some groups — like refugees and immigrants — are still cut off. Swipe through to learn why these groups might need #SNAP benefits to fill a critical gap and learn more at https://bit.ly/49cCMRJ
60+ national, state, and local organizations, led by USCRI, have come together to urge the U.S. government to maintain a strong refugee program. Refugees contribute to our communities, economy, and culture. We are ready to welcome them.
Read more at https://bit.ly/3MbJ7mC
#RefugeesWelcome
Read more at https://bit.ly/3MbJ7mC
#RefugeesWelcome
November 20, 2025 at 9:24 PM
60+ national, state, and local organizations, led by USCRI, have come together to urge the U.S. government to maintain a strong refugee program. Refugees contribute to our communities, economy, and culture. We are ready to welcome them.
Read more at https://bit.ly/3MbJ7mC
#RefugeesWelcome
Read more at https://bit.ly/3MbJ7mC
#RefugeesWelcome
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Immigrants face mounting barriers to fair hearings—from political pressure to fighting their cases from detention. Yet, one factor consistently shapes outcomes: having a lawyer.
Our new report shows that represented immigrants fare far better, even in a system stacked against them. Read more ⬇️
Our new report shows that represented immigrants fare far better, even in a system stacked against them. Read more ⬇️
Where Can You Win in Immigration Court? - American Immigration Council
Using immigration court data this report examines the role of legal representation in shaping outcomes in immigration court proceedings.
www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org
November 20, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Immigrants face mounting barriers to fair hearings—from political pressure to fighting their cases from detention. Yet, one factor consistently shapes outcomes: having a lawyer.
Our new report shows that represented immigrants fare far better, even in a system stacked against them. Read more ⬇️
Our new report shows that represented immigrants fare far better, even in a system stacked against them. Read more ⬇️
This World Children’s Day, we stand with unaccompanied children seeking safety in the U.S. They deserve care, dignity, and protection.
Speak up and urge Congress to protect unaccompanied kids and the services that keep them safe.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XG6xmG
Speak up and urge Congress to protect unaccompanied kids and the services that keep them safe.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XG6xmG
November 20, 2025 at 3:48 PM
This World Children’s Day, we stand with unaccompanied children seeking safety in the U.S. They deserve care, dignity, and protection.
Speak up and urge Congress to protect unaccompanied kids and the services that keep them safe.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XG6xmG
Speak up and urge Congress to protect unaccompanied kids and the services that keep them safe.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XG6xmG
Since Feb 2025, the US has expanded third-country deportations—sending people to countries they have no ties to, even when safety isn’t assured.
Our brief explains who else is doing this, why it’s gaining traction, and how advocates can respond: https://bit.ly/48mEH50
Our brief explains who else is doing this, why it’s gaining traction, and how advocates can respond: https://bit.ly/48mEH50
November 19, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Since Feb 2025, the US has expanded third-country deportations—sending people to countries they have no ties to, even when safety isn’t assured.
Our brief explains who else is doing this, why it’s gaining traction, and how advocates can respond: https://bit.ly/48mEH50
Our brief explains who else is doing this, why it’s gaining traction, and how advocates can respond: https://bit.ly/48mEH50
USCRI visited Kenya’s Kakuma camp & witnessed man-made starvation as aid cuts deepen. With 300k+ refugees, Kakuma is beyond capacity. We launched a pilot for unaccompanied girls & delivered 900k pads—1.4M since 2024. USCRI is expanding support despite funding cuts. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4o4Eubt
November 18, 2025 at 9:17 PM
USCRI visited Kenya’s Kakuma camp & witnessed man-made starvation as aid cuts deepen. With 300k+ refugees, Kakuma is beyond capacity. We launched a pilot for unaccompanied girls & delivered 900k pads—1.4M since 2024. USCRI is expanding support despite funding cuts. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4o4Eubt
On this International Day of Tolerance, we celebrate the unique experiences & perspectives that immigrants bring to our communities.
Tolerance is about embracing differences, learning from one another & building a future where everyone has the chance to contribute & belong.
https://bit.ly/4qZ52gL
Tolerance is about embracing differences, learning from one another & building a future where everyone has the chance to contribute & belong.
https://bit.ly/4qZ52gL
November 16, 2025 at 6:19 PM
On this International Day of Tolerance, we celebrate the unique experiences & perspectives that immigrants bring to our communities.
Tolerance is about embracing differences, learning from one another & building a future where everyone has the chance to contribute & belong.
https://bit.ly/4qZ52gL
Tolerance is about embracing differences, learning from one another & building a future where everyone has the chance to contribute & belong.
https://bit.ly/4qZ52gL
This Veterans Day, USCRI honors all who’ve served, including the many foreign-born veterans who have defended our nation with courage and dedication.
America’s strength is built by those who serve, no matter where their journey began. Thank you, Veterans, for your sacrifice and service.
America’s strength is built by those who serve, no matter where their journey began. Thank you, Veterans, for your sacrifice and service.
November 11, 2025 at 6:31 PM
This Veterans Day, USCRI honors all who’ve served, including the many foreign-born veterans who have defended our nation with courage and dedication.
America’s strength is built by those who serve, no matter where their journey began. Thank you, Veterans, for your sacrifice and service.
America’s strength is built by those who serve, no matter where their journey began. Thank you, Veterans, for your sacrifice and service.
🧵 Kenya is home to Kakuma Refugee Camp — one of the world’s largest refugee camps. It shelters over 300,000 people who have fled war, drought, & persecution.
Behind the statistics are stories of hope, learning, & resilience.
Visit our website to see how we’re making an impact: www.refugees.org
Behind the statistics are stories of hope, learning, & resilience.
Visit our website to see how we’re making an impact: www.refugees.org
November 10, 2025 at 4:43 PM
🧵 Kenya is home to Kakuma Refugee Camp — one of the world’s largest refugee camps. It shelters over 300,000 people who have fled war, drought, & persecution.
Behind the statistics are stories of hope, learning, & resilience.
Visit our website to see how we’re making an impact: www.refugees.org
Behind the statistics are stories of hope, learning, & resilience.
Visit our website to see how we’re making an impact: www.refugees.org
USCRI is deeply alarmed by the Administration's decision to end #TPS for South Sudan amid escalating violence and humanitarian crisis. We urge the Administration to reverse this decision and immediately extend and redesignate TPS for South Sudan.
Read our full statement: https://bit.ly/4r2ZVMS
Read our full statement: https://bit.ly/4r2ZVMS
November 7, 2025 at 8:46 PM
USCRI is deeply alarmed by the Administration's decision to end #TPS for South Sudan amid escalating violence and humanitarian crisis. We urge the Administration to reverse this decision and immediately extend and redesignate TPS for South Sudan.
Read our full statement: https://bit.ly/4r2ZVMS
Read our full statement: https://bit.ly/4r2ZVMS
The US trucking industry is struggling & immigrants have been filling a vital role. But a new federal rule cuts off access to CDLs for nearly 200K immigrants with valid work authorization, threatening jobs, families, & supply chains.
Listen to the audio version: https://bit.ly/43iXkEg
Listen to the audio version: https://bit.ly/43iXkEg
November 7, 2025 at 7:20 PM
The US trucking industry is struggling & immigrants have been filling a vital role. But a new federal rule cuts off access to CDLs for nearly 200K immigrants with valid work authorization, threatening jobs, families, & supply chains.
Listen to the audio version: https://bit.ly/43iXkEg
Listen to the audio version: https://bit.ly/43iXkEg
Refugee children in Kenya face serious protection & well-being challenges. Many live without parental care and face risks such as child labor, early marriage.
We hosted a joint webinar with ChildFund to present findings from a recent needs assessment.
Full webinar & report: https://bit.ly/3JN6h1Z
We hosted a joint webinar with ChildFund to present findings from a recent needs assessment.
Full webinar & report: https://bit.ly/3JN6h1Z
November 5, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Refugee children in Kenya face serious protection & well-being challenges. Many live without parental care and face risks such as child labor, early marriage.
We hosted a joint webinar with ChildFund to present findings from a recent needs assessment.
Full webinar & report: https://bit.ly/3JN6h1Z
We hosted a joint webinar with ChildFund to present findings from a recent needs assessment.
Full webinar & report: https://bit.ly/3JN6h1Z
1K+ people came together for USCRI NC’s Fly With Me Cultural Festival—a vibrant celebration of Afghan culture & community spirit. From delicious food & lively music to a stunning fashion show & kite flying, the day was filled with joy, connection, & cultural pride.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4qJbwQQ
🔗 https://bit.ly/4qJbwQQ
November 4, 2025 at 10:05 PM
1K+ people came together for USCRI NC’s Fly With Me Cultural Festival—a vibrant celebration of Afghan culture & community spirit. From delicious food & lively music to a stunning fashion show & kite flying, the day was filled with joy, connection, & cultural pride.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4qJbwQQ
🔗 https://bit.ly/4qJbwQQ
On Friday, the White House set the refugee admission goal for FY2026 at just 7,500. Swipe through to learn what this means, why it’s important, and what’s at stake with this historically low number.
Read more at https://bit.ly/4qziUOC
Read more at https://bit.ly/4qziUOC
November 3, 2025 at 5:05 PM
On Friday, the White House set the refugee admission goal for FY2026 at just 7,500. Swipe through to learn what this means, why it’s important, and what’s at stake with this historically low number.
Read more at https://bit.ly/4qziUOC
Read more at https://bit.ly/4qziUOC
Feliz Día de los Muertos! May today be a day of joyful remembrance and connection to all who celebrate. How are you honoring loved ones today? #DayoftheDead #DiadelosMuertos
November 1, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Feliz Día de los Muertos! May today be a day of joyful remembrance and connection to all who celebrate. How are you honoring loved ones today? #DayoftheDead #DiadelosMuertos
Today, the White House announced an FY26 refugee admissions goal of only 7,500—the lowest since the program began.
USCRI is deeply disappointed. 123M+ people are forcibly displaced worldwide and this decision disregards global calls for increased protection and compassion.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4qziUOC
USCRI is deeply disappointed. 123M+ people are forcibly displaced worldwide and this decision disregards global calls for increased protection and compassion.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4qziUOC
October 31, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Today, the White House announced an FY26 refugee admissions goal of only 7,500—the lowest since the program began.
USCRI is deeply disappointed. 123M+ people are forcibly displaced worldwide and this decision disregards global calls for increased protection and compassion.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4qziUOC
USCRI is deeply disappointed. 123M+ people are forcibly displaced worldwide and this decision disregards global calls for increased protection and compassion.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4qziUOC
A catastrophe is unfolding in El Fasher, North Darfur.
Mass killings of civilians and humanitarian workers.
Sexual violence. Detention. Attacks on hospitals.
Severe shortages of food and water.
Many cannot escape at all.
The world cannot look away.
#KeepEyesOnSudan #ElFasher #Darfur
Mass killings of civilians and humanitarian workers.
Sexual violence. Detention. Attacks on hospitals.
Severe shortages of food and water.
Many cannot escape at all.
The world cannot look away.
#KeepEyesOnSudan #ElFasher #Darfur
October 30, 2025 at 8:46 PM
A catastrophe is unfolding in El Fasher, North Darfur.
Mass killings of civilians and humanitarian workers.
Sexual violence. Detention. Attacks on hospitals.
Severe shortages of food and water.
Many cannot escape at all.
The world cannot look away.
#KeepEyesOnSudan #ElFasher #Darfur
Mass killings of civilians and humanitarian workers.
Sexual violence. Detention. Attacks on hospitals.
Severe shortages of food and water.
Many cannot escape at all.
The world cannot look away.
#KeepEyesOnSudan #ElFasher #Darfur
Starting Nov 1, refugees, asylees & survivors of trafficking will lose access to #SNAP food assistance under H.R.1. Every $1 in SNAP benefits generates about $1.50 in local economic activity. Cutting off access hurts us all.
Learn more at https://bit.ly/49cCMRJ
Learn more at https://bit.ly/49cCMRJ
October 30, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Starting Nov 1, refugees, asylees & survivors of trafficking will lose access to #SNAP food assistance under H.R.1. Every $1 in SNAP benefits generates about $1.50 in local economic activity. Cutting off access hurts us all.
Learn more at https://bit.ly/49cCMRJ
Learn more at https://bit.ly/49cCMRJ
Because of a new rule, nearly 200K immigrant truckers with valid work permits will eventually lose their licenses—putting their jobs and the U.S. supply chain at risk. They move our food, fuel, and medicine. Removing them from the road hurts the American economy.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4hx6nHD.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4hx6nHD.
October 29, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Because of a new rule, nearly 200K immigrant truckers with valid work permits will eventually lose their licenses—putting their jobs and the U.S. supply chain at risk. They move our food, fuel, and medicine. Removing them from the road hurts the American economy.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4hx6nHD.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4hx6nHD.
It’s #NationalImmigrantsDay and at USCRI we have celebrated the diverse cultures and backgrounds of immigrants since 1911. Learn more about our history at refugees.org
October 28, 2025 at 7:37 PM
It’s #NationalImmigrantsDay and at USCRI we have celebrated the diverse cultures and backgrounds of immigrants since 1911. Learn more about our history at refugees.org