U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI)

As immigrant children and youth enter the unfamiliar environment of a new school, they often face challenges. A recent policy brief highlights the experiences of unaccompanied children, shedding light on the struggles they encounter in their educational journey.  https://lnkd.in/edE_5fWp Your generous gift could make a difference for a young, aspiring immigrant child beginning their new life in the United States. https://lnkd.in/ecbcGuZG #backtoschool

The Humanitarian Legal Services Division of U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) is expanding. We are hiring a Senior Director to oversee our diverse #legal programming - we represent Afghans, unaccompanied immigrant children, refugees, people seeking asylum, Ukrainians, and victim-survivors of trafficking. The division needs a talented #leader with grants and contracts experience, proven management skills, and a commitment to refugees and immigrants. Please see the job announcement on our website: https://lnkd.in/eGiasZ7p

Since April 15, 2023, Sudan has been faced with unfathomable loss and suffering. USCRI Policy Analyst Victoria Walker shares three things you should know. Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eZJreH3c #TalkAboutSudan

“Gender apartheid is not defined in international law, nor is it considered as part of U.S. asylum and refugee law. But it should be.” Women and girls living in Afghanistan are invisible. Since the Taliban took power in Afghanistan in 2021, they have been stripped of their human rights, freedom, and dignity. These women need to be recognized as refugees. Read the #OpEd written by USCRI Senior Vice President, AnnaMarie Bena— “To aid Afghan women, the world must define and address gender apartheid.” Click here: https://lnkd.in/dpVc8cDq #InternationalLaw #Afghanistan #GenderApartheid

CALL TO ACTION! Tell your U.S. Representatives and Senators to vote yes for these four immigration bills; The Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act, The Destination Reception Assistance Act, The Fulfilling Promises to Afghan Allies Act Amendment, & The Rohingya Genocide, Accountability, and Protection (GAP) Act. Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/en8xDiwp

So many refugees and unaccompanied children have heartbreaking experiences. Jessica and her siblings escaped abuse in Guatemala and traveled over 1,000 miles to the U.S. alone, facing challenges along the way. Stories like theirs are shared by many unaccompanied minors fleeing violence. USCRI helps these children reunite with family and access education. With your donation today, you can provide essential supplies like laptops and backpacks:https://lnkd.in/ecbcGuZG. Together, let’s make a difference. #SupportRefugeeKids #backtoschool

Seven years after the 2017 "clearance operation" that led to the #Rohingya genocide, the community still faces immense challenges in both 🇲🇲#Myanmar and 🇧🇩 #Bangladesh. With over 700,000 Rohingya displaced and living in dire conditions, it is vital that the international community steps up. Fully funding the Rohingya Joint Response Plan, supporting local NGOs, and enabling education and livelihoods for refugees are critical measures to help the Rohingya rebuild their lives. U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI)'s Senior Policy Analyst, Aaron Nodjomian-Escajeda InterAction's Senior Manager for Humanitarian Practice, Mais Balkhi

“For 500 days, in the face of massive killings, rape, starvation, and destruction, the global community—the UN Security Council and especially the African Union and Intergovernmental Authority on Development—has chosen apathy instead of action.” Today marks 500 days of relentless conflict in Sudan. USCRI calls on all warring parties in Sudan to uphold their obligations under international humanitarian and human rights law. Read USCRI’s Statement here: https://lnkd.in/eZJreH3c #sudan #refugees

In today’s Policy and Advocacy Brief, Senior Policy Analyst Aaron Nodjomian-Escajeda examines four critical pieces of immigration legislation currently being discussed in Congress and what you should know. Read here: https://lnkd.in/dRwQKw5R #immigration

Today is Rohingya Genocide Remembrance Day. It has been seven years, and the killings continue. Read our statement: https://lnkd.in/eyBpR6mC