137 organizations call on the United Nations Security Council and UN member states to urgently institute a coordinated, global arms embargo on Myanmar in response to the February 1, 2021 military coup that has deprived the people of Myanmar of the right to democratically elect their government.
Letter to Biden Administration Welcoming Asylum Executive Order, Urging Swift Rescission of Harmful Policies
The Biden administration’s recent executive orders are welcome initial steps toward ending the illegal and inhumane asylum and border policies implemented by the Trump administration. Refugees International joins organizations calling for further action.
Letter Urging President Biden to End the Misuse of Title 42 Public Health Authority at the Border
Refugees International joins other organizations calling for the end of the misuse of Title 42 public health authority to expel asylum seekers and migrants at the border.
Refugees in Greece: Risk of Homelessness and Destitution for Thousands during Winter
74 groups groups raise the alarm that as winter closes in, thousands of refugees in Greece still face homelessness and extreme poverty.
57 Groups Call on U.S. Senators to Establish a Senate Human Rights Commission
Refugees International joins 57 organizations urging the Senate to establish a Senate Human Rights Commission to save lives, restore freedoms, and protect, respect, and fulfill human rights.
17 Groups Urge Trinidad & Tobago’s Prime Minister to Uphold the Rights of Children and Asylum Seekers
Open letter to Dr. Keith Rowley, Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago: Return of Deported Children Gives Your Government a Second Chance We the undersigned organizations, write to express our relief at the return of at least 16 children, including a small baby, and an estimated 12 adults to Trinidad following their deportation to Venezuela on 22…
17 Groups Urge Trinidad & Tobago’s Prime Minister to Uphold the Rights of Children and Asylum Seekers
17 local and international groups write to express our relief at the return of at least 16 children and an estimated 12 adults to Trinidad following their deportation to Venezuela.
10 Immediate Priorities for the Protection of Immigrant Children
The next administration must quickly outline its commitment to protecting the safety and well-being of immigrant children. As a coalition of organizations dedicated to children’s rights, safety, health and development, we outline ten immediate actions and priorities.
29 Groups Urge Changes to the FY21 U.S. Refugee Admissions Ceiling and Categories
In response to the historically low U.S. refugee resettlement cap for FY21, a coalition of 29 organizations urge Secretary Pompeo and Secretary Wolf to consider changes to the categorization of refugees.
Coalición Movilidad Humana de las Américas Participación en la 50º Asamblea General de la OEA
The Coalition for Human Mobility calls on states to respect migrants’ due process, and that states guarantee the social, economic, and cultural rights of migrant populations amid COVID-19.