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The ̽����ѡ (̽����ѡ) calls on the Trump administration to reverse harmful policies that restrict the rights of refugees, asylum seekers and other vulnerable groups. We strongly encourage elected officials to work with civil society groups to strengthen protection and asylum systems.

Upholding the dignity and rights of displaced individuals is vital, especially as we reaffirm America’s long-standing bipartisan commitment to supporting refugees and asylum seekers.

The ̽����ѡ provides critical support to newly arrived refugees through immediate aid, integration services and employment assistance. We also support asylum seekers with information, legal assistance and other critical services—but we need your help to keep our programs operational.

The ̽����ѡ is committed to prioritizing our clients and delivering essential services whenever and wherever they are needed, regardless of the challenges that arise. Currently, nearly people worldwide are in need of humanitarian assistance and protection. This includes millions who have been forced to flee due to conflict or disaster, with over 120 million people displaced and more than currently outside their home countries. 

Hadisa fled Afghanistan after the Taliban came to power in Afghanistan in 2021. She is continuing her studies and pursuing a degree in software engineering through a co-sponsorship between the ̽����ѡ and Arizona State University.

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How you can help refugees, asylum seekers and immigrants

Supporting refugees and asylum seekers is not just a charitable act—it's a lifesaving opportunity that extends our humanity. These individuals are more than just figures in distress; they are parents, children and neighbors seeking the same stability and peace that we all cherish. By understanding their plight and responding with compassion, we can extend a lifeline that fosters hope and resilience. 

We hope you recognize that your contributions to refugee and displaced families serve as a significant force for good.

Here’s how you can help:

Donate to trusted organizations

Financial contributions are key for trusted organizations like the ̽����ѡ, which deliver essential services such as healthcare, education and emergency relief. The ̽����ѡ plays a critical role in assisting individuals affected by humanitarian crises, including refugees, asylum seekers and immigrants, by helping them survive, recover and rebuild their lives. 

Your donation can help empower refugees and asylum seekers toward self-sufficiency.

Volunteer your time and skills

Volunteers and interns are vital to the ̽����ѡ's mission of delivering high-quality, comprehensive immigration services to refugees and immigrants. Across the U.S., ̽����ѡ offices offer a diverse range of volunteer and internship opportunities year-round, including support for English as a Second Language (ESL) and civics classes.

Learn more about volunteer opportunities and internships.

Educate yourself and others

The legal right to seek asylum in the U.S. is a human right and a critical lifeline for those fleeing persecution or violence. However, policies implemented in recent years have created significant barriers to accessing this legal right. Deterrence policies, like Title 42 and the “Asylum Ban”, have not only violated U.S. and international law but have also pushed people into dangerous situations, with over  against those expelled to Mexico under Title 42. 

Refugee resettlement offers a safe and lasting solution for individuals forced to flee due to war, persecution and disaster. Historically the U.S. has been a global leader in this effort, admitting over  since the 1980 Refugee Act, with support from both Democratic and Republican leaders. This initiative has saved countless lives and significantly boosted the U.S. economy, contributing . However, the Trump Administration suspended refugee resettlement in January 2025, to the detriment of people fleeing crisis and American communities alike. 

Understanding the complexities of displacement is key to meaningful advocacy.

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Antoine, pictured here helping his daughter with homework, is a refugee from Burundi. He spent a decade living in a refugee camp in Zimbabwe before being resettled in Louisville, Kentucky.

Photo: Natosha Via for the ̽����ѡ

Advocate for policy change

Policy changes at the local, state, national and international levels can profoundly impact the lives of displaced people. Support refugee-friendly policies by contacting elected officials, raising awareness on social media and joining advocacy groups to amplify the call for change.

With more than 120 million displaced worldwide, the U.S. must stand firm in its bipartisan commitment to welcome.

Regardless of who is in office, the commitment to support refugees and asylum seekers is a shared human responsibility. By donating, advocating, volunteering, educating and supporting economic empowerment, each one of us can contribute to a more compassionate and inclusive world.

Andrea (left) makes art with other children at the ̽����ѡ Welcome Center in Phoenix. Andrea’s mother made the difficult decision to leave Guatemala amidst increasing violence across the country.

Photo: Andrew Oberstadt for the ̽����ѡ

How does the ̽����ѡ support refugees, asylum seekers and immigrants?

With 29 offices across the United States, we provide critical support to newly arrived refugees through immediate aid, integration services and employment assistance. Besides helping resettle refugees, we offer support to asylum seekers by providing information, legal assistance and other critical services.

The ̽����ѡ successfully resettled over 16,500 individuals in FY2024 and delivered assistance to over 140,000 people through our U.S. Asylum and Crossborder programs in FY 2024, offering information, humanitarian reception, legal representation, case management and related services.

The ̽����ѡ remains steadfast in our work–no matter the challenge–to put our clients first and to serve them where and when they need us most.

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