November 2019November 2019

Just in time for the holiday season, new items in the HIAS Store: HIAS t-shirts,
hoodies, tote bags, travel mugs, and more!
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[[link removed]] HIAS, Refugee Agencies Sue Pres. Trump Over Executive Order
[[link removed]] HIAS, together with two other refugee resettlement agencies, took President
Trump to court over his recent executive order giving state and local officials
authority to block refugee resettlement in their jurisdictions. Why we're suing.
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[[link removed]] HIAS' GBV Work In Sync With 16 Days Global Campaign
[[link removed]] During the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence campaign, we
reflect on the unfortunate fact that women and girl refugees are particularly
vulnerable to violence and oppression. Learn about the 16 Days campaign.
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[[link removed]] Conditions in Greek Refugee Camp Continue to Deteriorate
[[link removed]] Food shortages, lack of medical and psychosocial services, and grave security
concerns. The situation in Moria Refugee Camp, home to the vast majority of
refugees on the Greek island of Lesvos, can be justifiably characterized as a
humanitarian crisis.
A report from the field.
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[[link removed]] Creating Connections, From Bollywood to the Beach
[[link removed]] We're working with our partners to reduce social isolation and foster
connections, wellness, and independence for refugees in the US. Because who
wouldn't benefit from feeling a greater sense of community? Learn more.
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[[link removed]] HIAS Hosts Awards Dinner
[[link removed]] On November 14, more than 300 guests gathered at Manhattan's Prince George
Ballroom for the HIAS Awards, the organization's first major celebration dinner
since 2001. See the slideshow.
[[link removed]]More news and stories on our blog.
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In case you missed it:

* In his new book, "Refugees in America,'' Rabbi Lee Bycel lets 11 refugees
tell their unique stories.
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* English Prof. Melinda Menzer swam across the US-Mexico border and raised more
than $10,000 for HIAS.
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* Joyce Kanja looks back at 11 years working for HIAS in Chad.
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* Statement on FY20 Refugee Admissions
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* What We Owe the World’s Refugees
[[link removed]] - NY Daily News Op-Ed by co-authored by Mark Hetfield
* How the Lawsuit Challenges the Trump Order Requiring Local Sign-off on
Refugees
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* Trump Administration Sued By Refugee Advocates Over Executive Order
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* Refugee Resettlement Agencies Suing to Block Trump Order
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Take Action:

* Click-to-Call your Governor now to urge them to continue welcoming refugees
to your state.
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* Take Action for Asylum Seekers
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Events:

* Attend upcoming events in California, Washington, D.C., Texas, and beyond.
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Brand new gift items in the HIAS store:

* HIAS t-shirts, hoodies, tote bags, travel mugs, and stickers
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