HIAS Pennsylvania can only serve refugees if they are allowed into the country. We can only help support immigrants with legal services if vulnerable immigrants are given protections from the government. You can advocate for just policies for refugees and immigrants by calling your representative, protesting, and more.
HIAS Pennsylvania’s 2021 Wish List for Immigrants
A new year, new administration, and three key proposals will bring new hope for immigrants in Greater Philadelphia
WANTED: ICE
Charged with: Illegally jailing people without a warrant. Learn more here.
100+ POLICY CHANGES THAT HAVE DEVASTATED IMMIGRANTS
This report compiles the most egregious policies attacking immigrants and asylum seekers.
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Here’s a taste!
Biden action on Liberian immigrants has community in Philly hopeful
whyy.org
President Joe Biden issued an executive order to shield certain Liberians from deportation, and promised to fix a green card program launched under Trump.
www.texastribune.org
The changes come on President Joe Biden’s first day in office where he earlier signed multiple executive orders rolling back additional Trump-era immigration policies.
Biden ends the ‘Muslim ban’ on day one of his presidency but its legacy will linger | Opinion
www.inquirer.com
I hope the repeal is a moment that the movement for just immigration savors.
Celebration in Support of Refugees
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Become a Part of a Welcoming Philadelphia. Learn about Refugee and Immigrant issues. Learn how to #BecomeaWelcomer in your Community.
Proclamation on Ending Discriminatory Bans on Entry to The United States | The White House
www.whitehouse.gov
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