The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) is disturbed by reports that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has directed a sweeping review and potential reinterview of more than 200,000 refugees who were admitted to the United States between January 20, 2021, and February 20, 2025, as well as a halt in processing their applications for permanent residence. A […]
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Statement – USCRI: Ending TPS for Burma Puts Lives in Danger, Urges Reversal
Arlington, VA — [November 25, 2025] — The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) is gravely concerned about the severe impact that the Administration’s decision to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Burma (Myanmar) will have on affected communities nationwide. This decision risks returning people to a country where conflict, widespread insecurity, and persecution persist. It also threatens to unravel the meaningful contributions Burmese TPS holders have made to their communities across the United […]
Press Release: 60+ National, State, and Local Organizations Uphold the United States’ Commitment to Welcome the Displaced and Persecuted
Arlington, VA — [November 20, 2025] — Today, more than 60 national, state, and local organizations that work with immigrants and refugees across the United States joined together to urge the U.S. Government to uphold its commitment to welcome refugees. For more than four decades, the U.S. refugee program has reflected our nation’s deepest values and global leadership in protecting the persecuted. Grounded in the Refugee Act of 1980, this bipartisan commitment […]
The Danger of Globally Institutionalizing Third Country Returns
Third country deportations should not be used as a tool for immigration enforcement. Often used as a tool to manage a politicized migration “problem,” third country deportations have the potential to normalize rights-free zones, forced exile, and indefinite detention. In February 2025, DHS issued a policy directive on third country deportations. The policy proposes forcibly […]
Press Release: Delegation Warns of Man-Made Starvation in Kakuma as USCRI Launches Pilot Program for Unaccompanied Girls
ARLINGTON, VA – Last week, a U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) delegation, led by USCRI President and CEO Eskinder Negash, visited Kakuma refugee camp in Kenya to gather firsthand insights, deliver critical support, and announce the launch of a pilot program that targets unaccompanied refugee girls. With over 300,000 refugees, the majority children, […]
USCRI Deeply Alarmed by DHS Decision to Terminate TPS for South Sudan Amid Escalating Violence and Humanitarian Crisis
Arlington, VA — November 7, 2025 — The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) is deeply alarmed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for South Sudan, effective January 5, 2026. This decision undermines both the humanitarian purpose of the TPS program and the United States’ longstanding […]
Webinar: USCRI and ChildFund – Refugee Children in Kenya
Refugee children in Kenya continue to face serious protection and wellbeing challenges. Many live without parental care, struggle to access education and healthcare, and are exposed to risks such as child labor, early marriage, and exploitation. These challenges persist across camps and urban areas, affecting their safety and long-term development. In response to these critical […]
USCRI North Carolina: Fly with Me Cultural Festival
On Saturday, October 18th, over 1,000 people came together for USCRI North Carolina’s second annual Fly With Me Cultural Festival – a vibrant celebration of Afghan culture and community spirit. From delicious food and lively music to a stunning fashion show, henna art, and of course, kite flying, the day was filled with joy, connection, and […]
Press Release: Amid Record Global Displacement, U.S. Lowers Refugee Admissions to Historic Lows
USCRI Reaffirms Commitment to Refugees at Home and Worldwide Arlington, VA — [October 31, 2025] — Today, the White House set the FY 2026 refugee admissions goal at just 7,500 refugee admissions. This number represents the lowest refugee admissions goal in the history of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) at a time of significant […]
SNAP: A Survival Lifeline for Refugees and Immigrants Will End on November 1
Starting November 1, 2025, all states must implement eligibility changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)—the federal food assistance program. These changes resulting from to H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” will take effect despite the ongoing federal government shutdown and its impact on SNAP assistance for over 40 million Americans. The […]
