In honor of Met Gala Monday, we’re sharing the story of Adut Akech, a former refugee turned runway model. Her journey from Kakuma Refugee Camp reflects what’s possible when children are given the chance to thrive. Stay informed at: https://bit.ly/4eq85Ln

233 families fed. 150+ volunteer hours. Week after week, USCRI Cleveland volunteers load their cars with groceries and head out to deliver food to newcomer families who lost SNAP benefits and are struggling to put meals on the table. Read the full story at https://bit.ly/49s4yZq

A powerful article from The New Humanitarian highlights the importance of investing in refugee-led organizations. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4elDZsm

This week, USCRI policy analysts Victoria and Will joined advocates at the Supreme Court of the United States in support of Temporary Protected Status. Wednesday's demonstration was filled with music, poetry, frustration, joy, and above all, resilience.

Misconceptions about sex trafficking can have real-world consequences. When we misunderstand what trafficking looks like, we risk overlooking those who need support. Understanding the facts is critical to protecting those at risk.

Often, it can feel impossible to make a real difference. Stories like Mary’s remind us that even small acts can have a lasting impact. This is humanity in action. Help keep it going. Your support makes moments like this possible for families starting over. Donate today: https://refugees.org/give/

These are signs of strength. Signs of frustration. Signs of persistence. At this morning’s rally to protect TPS, advocates, supporters, and impacted community members came together for one shared purpose: to stand for the people impacted by these decisions. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3OJwpxl

TPS is rapidly changing as the Administration attempts to terminate the 17 designations, in what would be the largest de-documentation event in the history of the United States. Learn more about what's at stake here: https://bit.ly/3OJwpxl

People want to work legally. Policies like this would make it impossible. Learn more about USCRI’s commitment to advocating for the right to work for immigrants, refugees, and displaced communities in the U.S. at: https://bit.ly/4udCJfB

Happy Lesbian Visibility week. Refugee camps are meant to protect individuals who fear persecution in their home country. But for lesbians forced to flee, they can be places of renewed fear and violence. Read our full post, "For Lesbians, No Refuge in the Refugee Camp" at https://bit.ly/4cK3DEO

Our April Policy and Advocacy Newsletter is here. This month, Policy Analyst Will Evans highlights a piece exploring ten critical issues impacting the Middle East and beyond. Stay informed. Read the full newsletter at https://bit.ly/4vNF5Ds

It's been 30 years since The Day of Silence began and the message is just as powerful today. May this day remind us that every person deserves the right to love freely, and to live feeling safe, seen, and supported.

Coming home shouldn't mean starting from zero. That's why USCRI El Salvador & El Salvador’s General Directorate of Migration and Foreign Affairs (DGME) launched the "Dignified Return" card. This card provides access to food, medicine, and essentials in those critical first days back.

Millions of people are displaced as conflict continues. Families who once fled are now fleeing again, with nowhere left to go. The numbers are staggering. The situation is dire. Read our full Situation Update on Iran and the issues reshaping the humanitarian landscape at https://bit.ly/4tv6rw8

Today, we remember those killed in the Rwandan Genocide and the lasting consequences of the U.S.’ decision not to act. This week, our Policy Analyst Alexia and International Programs Intern Benjamin reflect on what we can learn from this inaction. Read more at https://bit.ly/4cuUm4j

Happy World Health Day! Healthcare is a human right, and USCRI is proud to help make it more accessible. Together, we are ensuring every family has access to the information and care they need to make informed decisions about their well-being. Read our full commitment at https://bit.ly/4sl6WIf

Through the Habesha project, young displaced people from around the world are given the opportunity to pursue their education and begin rebuilding their futures. Learn more about this impactful work at https://refugees.org/stillstanding/

Through the Habesha project, young displaced people from around the world are given the opportunity to pursue their education and begin rebuilding their futures. Learn more about this impactful work at https://refugees.org/stillstanding/

In less than two years, Hasina has become a leader, a provider, and a role model. Stories like Hasina’s are a powerful reminder of how resettlement support helps shape the leaders of tomorrow. Read more about Hasina’s journey with USCRI Vermont at https://bit.ly/4bYQxmv

Chag Pesach Sameach. Happy Passover. May this week remind us that those who are forced to flee deserve not just safety, but compassion, dignity, and freedom.

We have a duty, not only to respect the law, but to protect generations of children from being born unequal and denied their full rights. Read USCRI’s full statement from when this order was first announced last year: https://bit.ly/41FkNhv

Good news! Bipartisan support is forcing a House vote that could protect over 350,000 Haitians from deportation and allow them to keep living and working in the U.S. Learn more about displacement in Haiti and why extending TPS is critical here: https://bit.ly/48Bsp9i

USCRI is launching a new series, Voices of Resilience, highlighting voices in pop culture that elevate the immigrant and refugee experience. Our first highlight is Claudia Rojas, a Salvadoran-American poet who uses her words to illuminate the immigrant experience.

One year ago, Kenya launched the Shirika Plan, a bold effort to move beyond refugee camps and into integrated communities. Join USCRI in supporting this vision for inclusion. Read our statement at https://bit.ly/3NJnADe

No two people’s needs are the same, even when their diagnoses are. This Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, we’re sharing a story from USCRI Vermont that shows how true inclusion takes intention. Read more at https://bit.ly/4rVUJcN

Racial discrimination continues to shape the lives of millions of people around the world. On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we reflect on the work still ahead and recommit to building a world where dignity, safety, and opportunity belong to everyone.

They followed the process. Now they are being denied the chance to reunite. Read what’s happening at https://bit.ly/4uHgQpY

Happy Nowruz. May this holiday remind us that even after the longest winters, new beginnings are always possible.

Eid Mubarak! Wishing a joyful Eid to all who celebrate. As many gather in celebration, millions around the world remain displaced, forced to flee their homes due to conflict beyond their control. The freedom to practice one’s religion safely is a basic human right, that must be protected.

Children don’t understand systems or legal processes. They only know that something has changed, and the world they trusted no longer feels safe. Their rights must be upheld.

Happy World Social Work Day from some of the incredible, selfless people who serve at USCRI. Check out more empowering testimonials here: https://bit.ly/3NlEqrB

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Today is a reminder of the resilience of those who came before and the vibrancy immigrant communities continue to bring to our country.

Tomorrow marks the 46th anniversary of the Refugee Act of 1980, which has helped make it possible for more than 3 million refugees to find safety in the United States. Read more about the courage of Vietnamese refugees, including Loc Nguyen, a former USCRI board member, at https://bit.ly/3NGjqfa

Cinema is strongest when it reflects voices from around the world. At the 2026 Oscars, immigrant filmmakers, actors, and creators are once again among the nominees, bringing powerful stories and fresh perspectives to the screen.

In Dzaleka Refugee Camp, caregivers foster unaccompanied children with little support. Learn more about this harsh reality here: https://bit.ly/4sDBTb2

As conflict escalates in the Middle East, hundreds of thousands are on the move. Children are especially at risk—100M live in countries affected by the violence. Click through for 3 issues we're watching. Read more: bit.ly/4urs4in

Three girls fled conflict in the DRC, traveled 500+ km alone, and arrived at a Malawi refugee camp with nothing. A stranger took them in — by luck, a family was made. This is the reality for thousands of unaccompanied children at Dzaleka Camp. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4sDBTb2

Five years after the coup, Myanmar’s crisis is deepening. Nearly 4M are displaced, 1.5M have fled, and 1 in 3 people need aid. Despite disasters, aid cuts, and a widely condemned election, people continue to resist military rule. Read more: https://bit.ly/3OT4AlZ

As conflict escalates in the Middle East, hundreds of thousands are on the move. Children are especially at risk—100M live in countries affected by the violence. Read more: https://bit.ly/4urs4in

This #IWD2026, meet Yoana. Deported & then laid off from a textile factory, Yoana faced enormous obstacles. But through USCRI Honduras' REDII program, she channeled her skills & determination into building her own business. Donate today: https://bit.ly/4ua8KpM

Deported after 12 years in the US, David returned to a country that no longer felt like home. He's not alone. Thousands of Salvadoran returnees are navigating grief, trauma, and bureaucratic barriers after being uprooted from the lives they built. Read more: https://bit.ly/3NcItGm

Through USCRI’s REDII program in Honduras, women returnees can receive training, find employment opportunities, and apply for investment capital after returning to Honduras. Donate today. Empower tomorrow. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4ua8KpM

USCRI wishes you a bright, joyful, and colorful Holi! May this festival of colors bring happiness and unity to all. #HappyHoli

It's #WorldHearingDay. Frank arrived in the US unable to fully communicate. After years of being misunderstood, everything changed when he gained access to sign language, education, and community. Read more about Frank’s journey at https://bit.ly/40Ksqmh

In Honduras, many returnees come home facing unemployment, stigma, trauma, and limited opportunities. Through the USCRI’s REDII Program, individuals receive job training and employment support that help them rebuild their lives with dignity. Learn more and donate now at https://bit.ly/4ua8KpM

This Women’s History Month, we honor trailblazers like Edith Terry Bremer, whose compassion led to the founding of U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4u0Cg0Q

“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