On his first visit to the U.S., High Commissioner Barham Salih met with leaders from the refugee, stateless and asylum-seeker communities. He expressed deep appreciation for their efforts as educators, leaders and advocates, and underscored the centrality of their inclusion.

It was an honor to meet with High Commissioner Barham Salih during his first visit to the U.S. to highlight the importance of partnerships with Refugee, Asylee, and Stateless-Led Organizations and the inclusion of leaders with lived experience. 1/3

New Statement: Refugee Congress demands accountability following the death of Nurul Amin Shah Alam: https://refugeecongress.org/news-updates/refugee-congress-demands-accountability-following-the-death-of-nurul-amin-shah-alam

As we count down to the end of 2025, we hope you'll consider Refugee Congress in your end-of-the-year giving. We're still working to meet our goal: http://givebutter.com/refugeecongress25

Whenever conversations take place that impact forcibly displaced people, we must be equal partners at the table. That's why Refugee Congress works so hard all year to speak up. Be sure to include us in your end of the year giving: http://refugeecongress.org/donate

Refugee Congress is urging elected leaders to publicly disavow an updated discriminatory travel ban policy and speak out against discrimination. Read more: https://refugeecongress.org/news-updates/refugee-congress-implores-elected-leaders-to-publicly-disavow-expansion-of-discriminatory-travel-ban

Refugee Congress Delegates step up as trusted messengers, advocates, and community anchors in a moment of uncertainty. Your support powers their training, mentorship, and outreach. Donate today and stand with refugee leaders: http://refugeecongress.org/donate

Refugee Congress is proud to stand with 130 orgs demanding the reversal of federal actions: https://refugeecongress.org/news-updates/refugee-congress-among-130-organizations-demanding-immediate-reversal-of-policies-decimating-humanitarian-protections-for-people-of-particular-national-origins

Refugee Congress strongly condemns the federal government’s sweeping actions targeting refugee, asylee, and immigrant communities. We must do better. Read more: https://refugeecongress.org/news-updates/refugee-congress-strongly-denounces-recent-federal-actions-that-target-and-endanger-communities

Refugee Congress Delegates play an irreplaceable role. They are the trusted voices in their communities, answering questions, countering misinformation, offering support, and ensuring people understand their rights and resources. Donate on Giving Tuesday: http://givebutter.com/refugeecongress25

“When I raised my hand and took the oath of allegiance, I did believe… the promise that I belonged,” explained Dauda Sesay, Refugee Congress Board Chair and founding member of LORI. Read more: https://apnews.com/article/naturalized-citizens-immigration-fears-116b8bb3dd4444abf4bdcbc266bed48c

“When I raised my hand & took the oath of allegiance I did believe that moment the promise that I belonged," Dauda Sesay, @refugeecongress.bsky.social & #RefugeeStorytellersCollective, told @apnews.com Dauda now worries that immigration policy shifts will affect this oath.

BREAKING NEWS: Refugee Congress decries the administration for a move to reinterview rigorously vetted resettled refugees. Read more: https://refugeecongress.org/news-updates/refugee-congress-decries-administration-for-move-to-reinterview-rigorously-vetted-resettled-refugees

Final chance to apply for the National Young Adult Leadership Council! Submit your application by 11:59PM PT: www.refugeecongress.org/nrllec Questions? Email us: [email protected]

As the gov reopens, Refugee Congress askes members of Congress to, in good faith, consult w/the admin: https://refugeecongress.org/news-updates/refugee-congress-urges-immediate-congressional-action-to-restore-refugee-admissions-goal-to-historic-norms-and-prioritize-welcoming-the-most-vulnerable

DEADLINE EXTENDED for the National Young Adult Leadership Council (NYALC)! NYALC provides leadership development opportunities for young adult newcomers (ages 18-24) who have experienced forced displacement. Submit your application here: www.refugeecongress.org/nrllec

BREAKING NEWS: Refugee Congress condemns federal administration's FY 2026 refugee cap of just 7,500. Read our full statement: https://refugeecongress.org/news-updates/refugee-congress-condemns-historic-low-refugee-admissions-cap-and-discriminatory-prioritization-that-abandons-the-most-vulnerable

📣NEW LANGUAGES: The Lab, #RefugeeStorytellersCollective & @refugeecongress.bsky.social have translated our storytelling guide into Arabic, Creole, French, and Spanish. 🌟Are you looking to begin your storytelling journey? Read the guide! www.refugeeadvocacylab.org/resources/bu...

Everyone has a voice - the #FreedomToSpeak. It’s up to us to decide how we want to use it. #AdvocacyDays are a great way to use your voice, share your story & keep our communities welcoming. Register now to @weareallusa this September: bit.ly/advocacy2025 #WeWillWelcome

Everyone, regardless of where they come from, wants the #FreedomToThrive. Pyae reflects on the ways he’s thrived since Oregon became his new home. But this goes beyond just the economy - newcomers make our communities better & stronger in immeasurable ways. #WeWillWelcome

Kim & Kevenson's story of friendship & family embodies the #FreedomToWelcome. 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wf-... Today, they are both proud Texans, but the recent attacks on humanitarian parole has them living in limbo. Take action now to #LetThemStay: www.refugeesinternational.org/let-them-stay/

Across generations, we’ve come together to create a better life for ourselves & our families. Accessing education is one way Kateryna, Anita, & Claudia have done just that. Together we can make communities where everyone has the #FreedomToLearn, grow & thrive. #WeWillWelcome

Join us this week for a Week of Action! We pledge to build inclusive, safe, and resilient communities because we have the Freedom to Welcome. Let's express it together! #WeWillWelcome bit.ly/WelcomingPledge

We are proud to have been part of #30YearsCRCP last week, hosted by @unhcr.org. As global displacement breaks new records, our response cannot fall behind. Collective action can make a real difference in the lives of refugees and their families.

Now more than ever, how we act defines us. By signing the #WeWillWelcome Pledge, you join others to create a community where everyone feels safe and valued. Will you take the step with us? ✅ Take the pledge: lnkd.in/gAi_dc_C 🤝 Do one small act of welcome 📢 Share it with others to spread the word

👉🏼 ICYMI: Honorary Delegate Myra Dahgaypaw shares an impactful reflection for #WorldRefugeeDay on our blog. Read more: refugeecongress.org/news-updates...

Applications for Cohort 9 of WeaveTales #NewAmericanSpeakersProgram are now OPEN 👉 The NASP empowers refugees to share their stories and experiences through public speaking in a way that inspires, educates, and creates change. Apply Now: bit.ly/Cohort-9

🚨Join us! Tuesday, June 24 at 1:00 PM ET For a webinar discussing the recent actions by the administration impacting #InternationalStudents and campuses. We will discuss the #TravelBan, the pause in #Visa interviews, visa revocations, and other policy actions. @nafsa-official.bsky.social @fwd.us

The power to create change is in our hands. One act of welcome, one open door, one kind word. That’s how thriving, safe, and inclusive communities begin. 🤝 Take the #WeWillWelcome pledge to build a world where everyone feels like they belong: bit.ly/WelcomingPledge

Today is #WorldRefugeeDay! We honor refugees and all forcibly displaced people, and stand alongside our communities and partners in recognizing the human value of each person seeking safety. Read more: refugeecongress.org/news-updates...

“USRAP opens doors that would have otherwise remained closed, and I’ve dedicated my life to making sure that those doors stay open for others as well." - Aisha Koroma, Delegate for DC. Read more about the call for restarting refugee resettlement in the US: refugeecongress.org/news-updates...

Celebrating Easter with #RefugeeStorytellersCollective members. While they recreate the holiday traditions they grew up with, they also blend in new customs that reflect their current lives in the U.S. Explore their reflections👇 www.refugeestorytellerscollective.org/stories/wc1t...

Refugee Council USA mourns the passing of Pope Francis, a tireless and compassionate advocate for all migrants. Read RCUSA's full statement here: rcusa.org/rcusa-statem...

Kamila, a talented cook from Afghanistan, resettled in Vermont. With support from the ECDC Multicultural Community Center, "Kamila’s Kitchen Vermont" enriches the local culture while demonstrating the resilience of refugees. www.ecdcus.org/spicing-up-v... #WeWillWelcome

Eid Mubarak!☪️ For many Muslims, faith, food & generosity offer comfort - reminding us that kindness & community are at the heart of Ramadan. Read on for a glimpse into different Refugee Storytellers Collective members' faith traditions: www.refugeestorytellerscollective.org/stories/rama...

"Faith gives me the strength to keep going. It reminds me to fight for justice, lift others up and do everything with kindness." #RefugeeStorytellersCollective member Teddy AlMuktady on faith and advocacy: www.unrefugees.org/news/celebra... @usaforunhcr.bsky.social @refugeeadvocacylab.bsky.social

As we celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth, we advocate for policies that protect and uplift refugee women and children. Now, more than ever, lawmakers must take action to uphold the rights and dignity of displaced women worldwide. Read more: refugeecongress.org/news-updates...

Read Andreina Zuluaga’s, @refugeecongress.bsky.social & #RefugeeStorytellersCollective, powerful words: “Now I work for an organization in Manhattan helping other people who come here like I did half a decade ago." #FaithInAction #RamadanforRefugees citylimits.org/2024/02/07/o...

Tika Bhandari, @refugeecongress.bsky.social Delegate for Iowa, highlights calls on her fellow neighbors to come together: “Let us be strong… Let us raise our voice (about) what we are doing… let us keep doing. I think one day or another, they will hear us.” iowacapitaldispatch.com/2025/01/24/p...

“Unlawfully detaining and forcibly removing people without due process is a dangerous assault on fundamental rights that puts everyone at risk—not just those seeking refuge, but every person who calls the U.S. home." Full statement: refugeecongress.org/news-updates...

FINAL CALL to apply for to become a Refugee Congress Delegate! Apply Now: bit.ly/RCDelegate-Apply 📌 Deadline: Thursday, March 20th

“I came here with nothing. America gave me a chance. Now, I save lives.” - Dr. Heval Kelli, Delegate for Georgia. We honor 45 Years of the Refugee Act of 1980. Read our full statement: refugeecongress.org/news-updates...

Refugee Congress is seeking volunteer Delegates! Are you a community leader who has experienced forced displacement? Now recruiting leaders from: FL, HI, ME, MS, MO, SD, UT, VA, WV. Join our info session this Wednesday 3/12 at 7pm ET to learn more about the opportunity! bit.ly/Delegate-Info

Refugee Congress is seeking new Delegates! Are you a community leader who has experienced displacement? Join us as a volunteer Delegate for a 3-year term! Now recruiting: FL, HI, MS, MO, SD, UT, VA, WV Info session: 3/12, 7PM ET Apply by: 3/15 - bit.ly/RCDelegate-Apply

“[Resettlement] was more than just a new beginning – it was a lifeline...I urge this nation...to reinstate the refugee resettlement program & unfreeze the funding that allows this lifeline to continue.” Tshishiku Henry @refugeecongress.bsky.social refugeerights.org/news-resourc... 📷 @wadedotphoto

Refugees are our neighbors. We worship together, work together, learn together, raise our families together, and build stronger communities together. Stand with our neighbors to #DefendRefuge. bit.ly/DefendRefugeAction

Refugee advocates are in court today standing up for people impacted by the #RefugeeBan. Stand with advocates, allies, & our refugee neighbors in calling for a future where all are welcome. 🎥Tune into the livestream as we stand #UnitedInWelcome www.youtube.com/live/TKT-CP9...

A federal judge in Seattle on Tuesday blocked President Donald Trump’s executive order halting the admission of refugees into the United States. washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/02/25/f...

The Trump administration has indefinitely suspended the U.S. refugee resettlement program. Yet, the reality is refugees enrich our communities & strengthen local economies. Contact your elected officials & urge them to sign the letter to #DefendRefuge 👉 bit.ly/DefendRefuge

🕊️ A welcoming nation is a stronger nation. Refugees and immigrants enrich our communities and economy. It’s time to stand up for policies that protect and uplift them. #TogetherWeRise #WeAreAllAmerica #RefugeesWelcome #ImmigrantsWelcome #DefendRefuge