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 […]
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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 […]
The Loss of America’s Truckers: The Revocation of Commercial Driver’s Licenses from Refugees and Asylees
You can listen to this brief here “We refugees are the lifeblood of America… We hold a sacred profession—truck driving— and we deliver to you all the materials, from the food you eat and the clothes you wear to the car you drive and the supplies used to build your home. In other words, […]
Reprise ’25: A Musical Celebration of Refugee Resilience and Community Spirit
Over 200 attendees came together on October 4th to celebrate an unforgettable evening of music, dancing, food, and community at Reprise ’25, USCRI Cleveland’s annual benefit. Guests enjoyed powerful performances by Bassel & The Supernaturals, U4U Band, and The Light Band, along with locally prepared dishes from refugee communities, farm tours, bonfires, henna, and yard […]
Displacement and Humanitarian Needs in Burundi
Burundi is a small country in East Africa bordered by Rwanda, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The nation has a rich cultural heritage and complex history, but in recent years, Burundi has faced serious displacement and humanitarian crises, both internally and cross-border. Driven by climate shocks, economic hardship, and both political […]
The Mexico Office of the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Launches Campaign to Respond to Restrictive Measures Against Migrants and Refugees
Tijuana, Baja California, October 9, 2025 — Yesterday, the Latin America and Caribbean regional office of the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) officially launched the “Still Standing” campaign—an initiative aimed at supporting more than 8,000 displaced and deported persons in Mexico, El Salvador, and Honduras through a reorientation of its protection, humanitarian assistance, […]
Safeguarding Refugee Rights Amid U.S. Policy Changes
Recent statements at the U.N. General Assembly signal a shift in U.S. refugee and asylum policy. USCRI examines what these changes mean for America’s humanitarian commitments. Last month, on the margins of the U.N. General Assembly, officials from the U.S. State Department led a discussion on the global refugee and asylum system. The Administration’s emerging […]
