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ICYMI: The #BigUglyBill excludes refugees from accessing healthcare and food assistance, despite refugees helping sustain public benefits for ALL Americans. Read more: refugeerights.org/news-resources…

“The United States government is disappearing community members off the streets and detaining them without regard to their safety, their rights, or basic human dignity. Whether it be in Guantánamo Bay, El Salvador, or the Everglades, the Trump administration is flaunting and…

Everyone, regardless of where they come from, wants the #FreedomToThrive. Pyae, a #refugeestorytellerscollective member, reflects on the ways he’s thrived since Oregon became his new home. But this goes beyond just the economy — newcomers make our communities better & stronger in…

Everyone has a voice - the #FreedomToSpeak. It’s up to us to decide how we want to use it. #AdvocacyDays are a great way to use your voice, share your story & keep our communities welcoming. Register now to @weareallusa this September: bit.ly/advocacy2025 #WeWillWelcome

A judge “affirmed the urgent need for relief from the Trump admin's unlawful suspension of the refugee program. The court ruled that the travel ban did not excuse the government from processing and admitting refugees." Via @Shea_Journo, @thenewstribune thenewstribune.com/news/local/art…

NEW: Judge orders government to admit more refugees whose flights were canceled “This is a welcome order that puts in place a very clear framework for the government to follow in order to ensure that they comply." - Mevlüde Akay Alp, IRAP religionnews.com/2025/07/15/jud…

Across generations, we’ve come together to create a better life for ourselves & our families. Accessing education is one way Kateryna, Anita, & Claudia have done just that. Together we can make communities where everyone has the #FreedomToLearn, grow & thrive. #WeWillWelcome

🚨 The #BigUglyBill excludes refugees from accessing healthcare and food assistance. IRAP's latest blog unpacks how refugees help sustain public benefits for ALL Americans, and how this bill undermines fundamental promises of protection: refugeerights.org/news-resources…

BREAKING: Last night, refugee plaintiff Pacito and his family safely resettled in the U.S. under a court order in the case challenging Trump’s #RefugeeBan. “I feel like I’m blessed. Someone who has never been a refugee cannot understand that refugees do suffer… but we pray and…

We have the freedom to welcome - let’s express it together. Join us July 14th through the 18th for a Week of Action by pledging your commitment to building inclusive, safe, and resilient communities. Add your name today. #WeWillWelcome bit.ly/WelcomingPledge

"...to have so much hope, and to make plans for this really difficult and life changing move to safety, only to be abruptly told that those plans are on hold indefinitely...is just crushing." Trinh Tran, IRAP senior supervising attorney nwasianweekly.com/2025/07/asian-… @nwasianweekly

To love America is to demand it lives up to its promise of liberty and justice for ALL. We are worthy of safety, freedom, and belonging—just like anyone else who calls this country home. #TogetherWeRise #4thofJuly

BREAKING: IRAP Decries Expansion of Anti-Immigrant Agenda Under Reconciliation Bill “This bill represents deeply broken priorities,” said Rricha deCant, IRAP’s Senior Policy Director. “It takes away funding for vital services from those who need them the most and puts that money…

⚠️ BREAKING: Today, a federal court blocked Trump's attempt to end asylum -- reaffirming that seeking asylum is protected by the law. Shout out to our partners @ACLU @CGRS_Asylum @TXCivilRights @ACLU_DC & @ACLUTx! Read our full press release here: immigrantjustice.org/press-release/…

“When the administration wants to resume and expedite refugee processing, it creates a way to do that,” @IRAP's Melissa Keaney on the US resettling Afrikaners while thousands of refugees are still waiting. Via @washingtonpost -washingtonpost.com/immigration/20…

Ending TPS for Haitians is cruel and dangerous, and a continuation of President Trump’s racist and anti-immigrant practices. Haitian TPS holders have built lives here - working, raising families, and contributing to their communities - all while fleeing unsafe situations in…

BREAKING: the Trump admin says it will apply its unlawful #TravelBan to refugees. We're fighting back in court. "Yet again, the Trump administration is trying everything it can to prevent all but white Afrikaners from resettling in the United States as refugees. Instead of…

In a time when so much feels out of our control, we can still choose to show up for each other. Every small act of welcome can make our communities stronger, safer, and more connected. ✅Sign the #WeWillWelcome pledge: bit.ly/WelcomingPledge 🤝Do one small act of welcome.…