From December 13 to 15, the Global Refugee Forum (GRF) will be held in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the largest international gathering on refugees and forcibly displaced persons, bringing together national governments, refugees, local authorities, international organizations, civil society, and members of the private sector. This is only the second GRF ever hosted. The first […]
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Pakistan Must End Campaign Targeting Afghan Refugees
Millions of Afghan refugees in Pakistan are at risk under a Pakistan government decree for Afghan nationals to repatriate to Afghanistan. Vulnerable Afghans face an unthinkable choice— stay in Pakistan with dwindling opportunities in an increasingly hostile environment, or return to Afghanistan, where they face persecution and other harm under the Taliban’s repressive rule. This […]
Practice Guidance on the Debt Bondage Repair Act
Traffickers often use financial means, such as control over finances, access to money, or amount of debt, to coerce their victims. Traffickers also may accrue significant debt in their victims’ names or force them to incur the debt themselves, resulting in poor credit. USCRI believes that survivors should have access to services to help them [...]
Policy Brief: “The Abyss of Despair” – A Need to Act for Haiti and Its Children
Often far removed from the headlines is a humanitarian crisis worsening by the day: the situation in Haiti. In recent months, a resurgence of armed violence has plagued daily life in Haiti with brutality and insecurity, particularly in the capital of Port-au-Prince and neighboring areas. It is estimated that over 200 gangs currently operate throughout […]
USCRI’s Refugee Health Services Department Takes Time to De-Stress
USCRI’s Refugee Health Services Department Takes Time to De-Stress By: Rosalind Ghafar Rogers, PhD, LMHC, Clinical Behavioral Health Subject Matter Expert with USCRI’s Refugee Health Services in Arlington, VA There is an inherent amount of stress associated with refugee resettlement work. Dealing with the day-to-day needs of refugee clients, managing crisis situations, and bearing […]
International Day Against Violence and Bullying at School, Including Cyberbullying
The first Thursday of November is International Day Against Violence and Bullying at School, Including Cyberbullying and the theme for 2023 is No place for fear: Ending school violence for better mental health and learning. In supporting children and adolescents’ rights to safety, education, and health and well-being, UCSRI commemorates this day by raising awareness […]
International Stress Awareness Week & National Stress Awareness Day
International Stress Awareness Week & National Stress Awareness Day By: Rosalind Ghafar Rogers, PhD, LMHC, Clinical Behavioral Health Subject Matter Expert with USCRI’s Refugee Health Services in Arlington, VA In recognition of International Stress Awareness week (Oct 30 to Nov 3) and National Stress Awareness Day (Nov 1), USCRI hopes to raise awareness about stress [...]
Policy Brief: Dignity Beyond Borders- Stories that Surpass Adversity
In the field of migration, there is a tendency to focus on suffering as we bring awareness to the human rights abuses, wars and conflicts, economic disparities, and climate disasters that push people to leave their homes in search of safety and security. But there is another side to stories of displacement: triumph in the […]
USCRI Des Moines’ 2023 Welcoming Iowa Benefit
The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI)’s Des Moines Field Office hosted its fifth annual Welcoming Iowa benefit on Thursday, October 12th, 2023, at Mainframe Studios in downtown Des Moines. This year’s theme was A Proud History of Welcome, featuring a look at Iowa’s proud history of welcoming refugees and immigrants and the ground-breaking […]
USCRI Cleveland: Reprise ’23
This month, USCRI Cleveland hosted their sold-out inaugural benefit concert at Cleveland Public Theatre‘ s Gordon Square Theatre. Reprise ‘23 featured performances from refugee musicians as well as food prepared by members of the refugee community. More than 300 people attended, including donors, volunteers, politicians, strategic partners, and refugee community members. Thank you to the […]
