President Trump has fueled a humanitarian crisis at the U.S. southern border.
Trump Admin’s Terrorist Designation of Houthis in Yemen ‘Reckless and Destructive’
The Trump administration’s decision to designate the Houthi movement in Yemen as a Foreign Terrorist Organization is both reckless and destructive.
Refugees International Statement on Violence at the U.S. Capitol
Refugees International President Eric Schwartz reacts to violence at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.
Reports of Forcible Return of Eritrean Refugees in Ethiopia Cause for Alarm
Refugees International is concerned about reports that Ethiopian government forces and Eritrean soldiers have forced Eritrean refugees to return to Eritrea or other locations where they may be in danger.
Economic Shocks of COVID-19 Disproportionately Affects Displaced Venezuelans in Peru, New Research Finds
The Center for Global Development and Refugees International launched a report today about COVID-19’s economic effects on Venezuelan refugees in Peru.
Biden Admin Must Reverse Trump’s Unpopular Anti-Asylum Rule
Senior U.S. Advocate Yael Schacher responds to the news that the Trump administration has finalized its most restrictive asylum policy.
Bangladesh Must Halt Planned Relocation of Rohingya Refugees to Bhasan Char
Bangladesh’s announced plan to begin relocating Rohingya refugees this week to Bhasan Char—an isolated island in the Bay of Bengal—is short-sighted and inhumane.
Former U.S. Officials Praise Biden National Security Picks for Leadership in Refugee and Migration Affairs
A statement from 14 former U.S. government officials praises President-elect Biden’s proposed senior national security officials for their leadership on refugee and migration affairs.
Trinidad & Tobago: Return of Deported Children Gives Government Second Chance to Do the Right Thing
The return of at least 16 children and an estimated 12 adults to Trinidad following their deportation to Venezuela gives Trinidad and Tobago a second chance to uphold their domestic and international obligations.
Donors Must Recommit to Afghanistan
Donors will need to recommit to Afghanistan by pledging generously in Geneva this week. The future of millions of Afghans depends on it.