Refugee Voices: An invitation to listen and learn
In August, we began a new blog series, “Refugee Voices,” through which we aim to uplift the unique perspectives and strengths [...]
Introducing Voices of Welcome, a new series about sponsoring refugees
There are many ways for people across the U.S. to take part in the work of welcoming refugees and others forced by [...]
Nicaraguans welcomed by Episcopalians in Portland, Oregon
Many congregations choose to take part in the work of welcoming newcomers to their communities, including people who enter the U.S. as [...]
Refugee Voices: Yalda Royan advocates for action to end legal limbo for Afghan evacuees
Yalda Royan, an Afghan woman, fled Afghanistan with her daughters in August 2021. A long-time human and women’s rights advocate and a [...]
IRIS welcomes newcomers in multiple languages
In how many different languages can you say “hello” or “welcome?” At Interfaith Refugee and Immigration Services of Los Angeles (IRIS), staff [...]
Two years on, Afghan allies and refugees face uncertainties
August 2023 marks two years since the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. What has happened in this time to Afghans who fled or [...]
EMM launches new blog series “Refugee Voices”
On World Refugee Day in June 2023, we read a thought-provoking piece by Eric Reidy at The New Humanitarian titled “What does [...]
Community support for migrants in need
Despite the polarization in the U.S. around immigration, there are many people, organizations, and communities who are responding to newcomers’ needs with [...]
Fearless love
Recognition of the unique vulnerabilities of LGBTQIA+ refugees and asylum seekers is growing, thanks to organizations who, like EMM through our Rainbow [...]
Rainbow Initiative Events
We are thrilled to announce several events being hosted by our Rainbow Initiative Communities. Find a Rainbow Initiative event. Learn more about [...]