April 2024 Newsletter
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“Wars in Ukraine and Gaza have rightfully drawn the attention of the world to the plight of the innocent.
But a different conflict has spiraled into one of the planet’s worst crises.
Over the past year, Sudan has slipped into an abyss stretching from the Sahara to the Red Sea.
One year ago, on April 15, clashes erupted between Sudan’s army and a paramilitary group called the Rapid Support Forces, a former Janjaweed militia that committed genocide in Darfur. Following 30 years of military rule, the dreams of democracy and progress were again shattered by gunfire and explosions in the capital, Khartoum.”
Click the button below to read the full op-ed from USCRI President and CEO Eskinder Negash and Field Office Director Omer Omer.
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** Climate Change and Displacement
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Did you know that, on average, more than 20 million people are displaced each year due to climate change? Monday, April 22 was Earth Day and USCRI is dedicated to providing lasting solutions for climate change as a displacement driver, a barrier to integration into new communities, and a factor in repeat displacement.
The Climate Displaced Persons Act (CDPA) ([link removed]) would create a visa-based process for individuals displaced by climate change to apply for admission into the U.S. and address the growing issue that those displaced by climate-related issues are often denied protection because they do not meet the refugee criteria.
Click the button below to learn more about how climate change can cause displacement.
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** Policy Report: Afghan Family Reunification
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Two and a half years ago, the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan separated countless Afghan families. Amid a rapid and frenetic evacuation effort, thousands of Afghans boarded planes leaving the Kabul airport—but untold spouses, children, parents, siblings, and other loved ones were left behind.
In the months and years since, Afghan parolees have gradually received more permanent relief in the United States, such as grants of asylum or lawful permanent residency through their Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs). But, for many, refuge in the United States has come with heartbreak as their closest family members remain behind in Afghanistan.
Click the button below to read the full report, providing an overview of family reunification options for Afghan nationals in the United States.
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** Mahbouba Seraj visits USCRI Cleveland
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Earlier this month, USCRI Cleveland had the honor of hosting an event with Ms. Mahbouba Seraj, a leader in advocating for women’s rights and a Nobel Peace Prize Nominee. Ms. Seraj stayed behind after the evacuation of Afghanistan for a year to witness and document the Taliban’s dismantling of women’s rights.
Click the button below to read more and to view photos from the event.
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** In case you missed it…
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April is Occupational Therapy Month; learn more about Cleveland’s OT program
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Latest Policy Brief: Stolen in Plain Sight: Losing Track of Forced Labor in the United States
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Country Conditions: The Situation in Sudan After One Year of Conflict
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