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    • Fredy’s Story

    You’ve seen Fredy’s story in pictures, now you can learn more: Fredy was born in a small village in Honduras…. MORE

    Fredy’s Story: A New Comic Series

    In the News: Philippe Weisz talks immigration on KYW

    Managing Attorney Philippe Weisz talks about the border, deportations and more with immigrants’ rights activist Miguel Andrade of Juntos, constitutional… MORE

    In the News: What does it mean to use the phrase “Concentration Camp”

    The Jewish Exponent asked many Jewish leaders in our community about Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s statements that referred to the migrant detention… MORE

    Carmen Guerrero: From survivor of kidnapping to Philadelphia immigrant leader

    “Guerrero: I have collaborated with all the pro-immigrant and refugee organizations — PICC [Pennyslvania Immigration and Citizenship Coalition], NSM [New Sanctuary Movement], Philaposh, Make the Road PA, HIAS… MORE

    In the News: Young and undocumented in Philly

    WHYY profiled Keyri Artillero, an undocumented teen in the Philadelphia community. We are proud to be highlighted for our work… MORE

    In the News: World Refugee Day

    HIAS Pennsylvania celebrated World Refugee Day helping to organize Neighborhoods Without Borders–three block parties across the city bringing refugees and… MORE

    Marli’s Story

    Our youngest Emma Lazarus Legacy Member, Marli, sent in this explanation of why she decided to commit some of her… MORE

    Notes from the Border

    Notes from the Border

    HIAS Pennsylvania attorneys Rachel Rutter and Stephanie Lubert led a delegation of 7 pro bono attorneys through HIAS National to… MORE

    Diverse World: One Community

    I am also reminded of the diversity and individuality that each person possesses . Although our thoughts, beliefs, and backgrounds… MORE