“Peace is not only something we call for; it is something we are responsible for cultivating — in our policies, in our communities, in ourselves. In how we welcome those seeking refuge.” Read more about USCRI staff's experience of joining the 2,300 mile Walk for Peace at https://bit.ly/46ykR5L

#BlackHistoryMonth honors the contributions of African Americans, celebrates Black history and culture, and reflects on the movements that shaped our nation. It also reminds us of our shared responsibility to keep bending the arc toward justice. Swipe to read our staff reflections.

Happy Ayyám-i-Há to all who celebrate! These special days in the Baha'i calendar are a time for joy, generosity, and community commemorated by gift-giving, acts of service, and festivities before the month of fasting begins. Wishing you an abundance of happiness from all of us at USCRI!

This week marks 4 years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. In this episode of Echoes of Home, Oleksandr Nemchenko shares his journey from Kyiv to USCRI. He opens up about the complicated emotions he faced & his fear of losing connection to his homeland. Full video: https://bit.ly/4qZ3Lp0

Four years into the war, millions of Ukrainians are still facing displacement, civilian harm, and uncertainty about what comes next — whether they remain abroad or return home to damaged communities. Read the full update at https://bit.ly/4atzN7F

Period poverty shouldn’t define a girl’s future. In Kakuma Refugee Camp, many girls lack menstrual products, missing school & facing stigma. Through a partnership with Girl Power Action Initiative, refugee-led efforts are turning period poverty into strength & opportunity. https://bit.ly/4rzHZJz

On Feb 24, Ukraine enters its fifth year of war. Since then, nearly 6.9 million refugees have fled. 2025 was the deadliest year for civilians since 2022 and ongoing attacks on energy infrastructure are leaving families without heat, water, or power in freezing temperatures. https://bit.ly/4atzN7F

This month, Our Policy & Advocacy team marks 100 years of Black History Month by confronting inequities in migration & uplifting bold, community-led solutions. We cover harms to children, parole limits, TPS, Operation PARRIS, deportation costs & global updates. Read it here: https://bit.ly/4rwNp8b

Extreme weather continues to drive large-scale displacement around the world. For millions of refugees, reaching camp is only the first step in their journey. Climate disasters are forcing many to flee again, a phenomenon known as double displacement. Read here: https://bit.ly/46dq3vJ

Ramadan Mubarak! May this holy month bring peace, reflection, and renewed strength to you and your loved ones. Wishing you a blessed Ramadan filled with compassion and community.

5 years after the coup, #Myanmar’s crisis is only deepening. What began as peaceful protests has spiraled into a nationwide civil war. Nearly 4M people are displaced inside the country, 1.5M have fled across borders, and 1 in 3 people now needs humanitarian assistance. https://bit.ly/4kDKBUb

Happy Lunar New Year! May the Year of the Horse bring you strength, energy, and success. 🧧

In 1959, a young Tenzin Gyatso — now known to the world as His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama — fled across the Himalayas in search of safety. For 66 years, he has lived as a refugee, transforming exile into a global mission of compassion, dignity, and nonviolence. Read more at https://bit.ly/3Mmp3i7

Family separation isn't a policy choice for a child. It's fear, confusion, and the loss of everything familiar. U.S. policies are separating children from their parents — with real, lasting harm. Our latest policy brief looks at the human cost. Read more at https://bit.ly/4qpqGJI

Roses are red, Violets are blue, This Valentine’s gift? It changes lives too 💞 Honor someone special with a tribute donation that supports refugees and immigrants starting fresh. We’ll even send them a Valentine to let them know you made a gift in their name 💌 Donate at https://bit.ly/4txOIFi

For over 115 years, our mission has been clear: love in action through protection, welcome, and dignity for refugees worldwide. ❤️

A child doesn’t experience family separation as “policy.” They experience fear, confusion, & the collapse of the world they trust. In the US & across the globe, policies are separating children from parents, with lasting harm. Our latest policy brief examines the human cost: https://bit.ly/4qpqGJI

Madeleine Albright’s life was shaped by displacement, fleeing as a child to escape Nazi occupation and later Communism. Albright went on to become the first woman Secretary of State, helping to shape U.S. foreign policy and advocating for democracy and international cooperation. #refugeelegacy

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) isn’t just a policy — it’s a lifeline. TPS impacts real people, real jobs, and real families already calling this country home. Let's break down what TPS is, why it exists, and why it matters right now.

February marks the 100th year of Black History Month. As #BHM100 begins, we honor Black migration and resilience and recommit to dignity and belonging. Black migrants still face discrimination — stand in solidarity. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4orHYGw

In our latest Policy & Advocacy newsletter: legal challenges to Operation PARRIS, the termination of TPS for Somalia, an expanded travel ban, and global updates from UNHCR leadership to migrant rights advocacy — plus our new project, From the Archives. Read more & subscribe: https://bit.ly/4qempZA

Five years after #Myanmar’s 2021 military coup, the humanitarian crisis is worsening: nearly 4M internally displaced and 1M refugees across the region. USCRI calls for increased humanitarian funding, accountability for military abuses, and TPS redesignation for Burmese nationals. 📷 Aung Khant Si Thu

What does meaningful support for immigrant survivors of human trafficking look like in 2026? In recognition of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, USCRI & partners gathered to discuss new research, real-world challenges, & the future of survivor-centered services. https://bit.ly/4k8tvNV

For 115 years, USCRI has documented injustice and defended the rights of people forced to flee. To mark our anniversary, we’re revisiting our archives, pairing historic reporting with present-day reflections on why these lessons still matter. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4k4OLE2

Today, we remember the victims of the Holocaust: those denied asylum fleeing from it, those killed in concentration camps, and those displaced in its aftermath. Remembrance must lead to resolve — refugee protection is an obligation, not a convenience. Read the full blog: https://bit.ly/3ZwpmJZ

Case managers provide care that is powerful — and often invisible. In this personal reflection, a USCRI Case Manager shares what it means to stand beside survivors as they rebuild their lives, on their own terms: https://bit.ly/3LTEzlh

Nearly 8M Venezuelans have been forced to flee political persecution and a deep humanitarian crisis. ~7M live in exile across Latin America, many in Colombia — facing legal limbo, poverty, and exclusion. Hear refugees’ voices: Marisol*, Santiago*, Mateo* https://bit.ly/4sXw7SA

As the humanitarian response falters in Kakuma Refugee Camp, USCRI Kenya is expanding Keep Girls Dreaming to reach more unaccompanied girls with vital support — from hygiene supplies to education and protection. Every girl deserves safety and dignity. Read more: https://bit.ly/45nGu8d

Labor trafficking exploits people for profit using force, fraud, and coercion. It thrives on vulnerability—immigration status, displacement, gender inequality, lack of support, and more. Ending it requires addressing root causes. #HumanTraffickingPreventionMonth 🔗 https://bit.ly/3Nmwbey

On #MLKDay, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his vision of justice and dignity for all. His reminder that “injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere” inspires our work with refugees and immigrants striving for safety and belonging.

January is a time for fresh starts — but for trafficking survivors, it can mean uncertainty & ongoing challenges. This #HumanTraffickingAwarenessMonth, we honor their resilience and the barriers they face. Awareness is just the first step. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3YEQV3w

Join us for a panel on the future of services for immigrant survivors of human trafficking. Experts from USCRI, USC, Georgetown ISIM, Asylee Women Enterprise, and Ayuda will share new findings on TVAP & Aspire and key challenges in 2026. In person: bit.ly/49J469M Webinar: bit.ly/4qnkXoz

January is #HumanTraffickingPreventionMonth. Sex trafficking is a form of human trafficking for sexual exploitation. It affects people of all races, genders, backgrounds, and nationalities, and is often underreported due to fear and lack of trust in systems. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3LukHFe

Defending the right to work matters to families, employers, and our economy. We’ll keep advocating for fair, sustainable policies that protect the right to work and support new Americans on their path forward. Learn more: https://bit.ly/49kfiK0

We're proud to share "Building a National Response for Trafficking Survivors," a new preliminary report examining the impact of the Trafficking Victim Assistance Program (TVAP) and Aspire: Child Trafficking Victim Assistance Program. Read the full report at https://bit.ly/49A9QRY

“This approach risks casting undue suspicion on refugees and their families simply because they entered through a lawful humanitarian pathway under a different administration,” said Eskinder Negash in a statement to @nytimes.com www.nytimes.com/2026/01/09/u...

A new report explores how SGBV fuels displacement in DRC, how aid cuts are adding to the problem, and why women-led organizations are important during crises.

Today is #WearBlueDay. We are standing in solidarity with survivors and raising awareness for #HumanTraffickingPreventionMonth by wearing blue. At USCRI, we are committed to supporting survivors and advocating for justice. Learn more about common myths at https://bit.ly/4jE3dms

Join us for a panel on the future of services for immigrant survivors of human trafficking. Experts from USCRI, USC, Georgetown ISIM, and Asylee Women Enterprise will share new findings on TVAP & Aspire and key challenges in 2026. In person: https://bit.ly/49J469M Webinar: https://bit.ly/4qnkXoz

January is #HumanTraffickingPreventionMonth. Human trafficking isn’t just what you see in movies. It happens everywhere, in many forms, and affects people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Learn the truths behind common myths and how you can help. https://bit.ly/4jE3dms

A new year brings renewed hope. As we welcome 2026, we recommit to protecting the rights and dignity of refugees and immigrants everywhere. Happy New Year from all of us at USCRI!

Before the year ends, you still have time to change a life. 💙 A year-end gift made today helps one more family find safety, dignity, and hope—and thanks to a $100,000 match, every donation is doubled. Give now so your gift counts before year-end: refugees.org/donate

In 2025, USCRI helped change lives around the world with help from generous supporters like you. But the work isn’t finished. End the year by helping someone start again. Donate today at refugees.org/donate

Stand with refugees before the year ends. Your year-end gift ensures no family faces the journey alone. Join us in creating a future of safety & dignity. Donate today at refugees.org/donate

Heri za Kwanzaa! Wishing you a meaningful Kwanzaa as we celebrate unity, purpose, and community. May the principles of Kwanzaa inspire hope, dignity, and opportunity for all.

This Christmas, we’re grateful for a community that chooses compassion and welcome. 🎄 Wishing you peace, hope, and joy this holiday season. Merry Christmas!

Give hope. Get a tote. Make a year-end gift of $25 and receive our exclusive USCRI tote as a thank-you. Carry compassion everywhere you go. Donate at refugees.org/donate/

Last month, USCRI staff visited Kakuma refugee camp in Kenya. Among them was Sylvia Maru, Program Manager for Keep Girls Dreaming, USCRI’s initiative to provide child protection, menstrual hygiene access and education, and food assistance to girls in the camp: https://bit.ly/3MRq7dC

Refugees, asylees, and humanitarian parolees want to work—and many keep America moving as truck drivers. A new decision prohibits most immigrants from obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License, threatening the livelihoods of nearly 200,000 immigrants. https://bit.ly/4s7QbBn

The people of Sudan are suffering a crisis escalating at a pace the world is barely registering, even as it becomes one of the largest humanitarian catastrophes of our time... Despite the enormity of the crisis, global attention & diplomatic engagement remain dangerously low. https://bit.ly/4qopAOZ