August 2024 Newsletter
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Young refugee and unaccompanied children, many who face discrimination and language barriers, enter school in America without even the basics of their peers—a computer, internet access, and school supplies like backpacks, pencils and notebooks. A generous one-time gift could make a difference for a young, aspiring refugee child beginning his first school year in their new community.
Click the button below to donate today to help kids like Oumar, Mohamed and Isabella.
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** Op-ed: The U.S. Must Do Right By Its Afghan Allies
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“Nearly three years ago, Americans watched in horror as the Taliban took over Afghanistan.
Tens of thousands of Afghans who had served alongside the United States during the war were evacuated to safety. Thousands more were left behind in Afghanistan under the Taliban’s repressive return to power.
The news cycle in the United States moved on. The fall of Kabul became a moment in U.S. foreign policy history, one that bubbles to the surface during the occasional Congressional hearing.
But, for many, the trauma of August 2021 is an ever-present, ongoing reality—one that hardens with another passing anniversary.”
Click the button below to read the full op-ed by USCRI President and CEO Eskinder Negash, published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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** On the Frontlines: The Uganda Refugee Response and Refugee-Led Organizations
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With 1.6 million refugees residing in its territory, the Republic of Uganda is Africa’s largest refugee-hosting country.
Refugee-led organizations have sprouted across the country. Ranging from large, professional networks to handfuls of volunteers, these groups channel their talent and past trauma into providing services, promoting livelihoods, and giving other essential support to their neighbors. But these groups struggle to get consistent funding. They face obstacles getting formally registered. They are sidelined in processes that affect their lives.
This report examines the state of the Uganda refugee response and the role of refugee-led organizations (RLOs) in it.
Click the button below to read the full report.
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** Celebrating a Legacy: Honoring Eskinder Negash with a Lifetime Achievement Award
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Earlier this month, USCRI President and CEO Eskinder Negash was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the African Leadership Conference in Minnesota for his incredible leadership for over 40 years.
As a refugee from Eritrea, he has devoted his career to addressing the needs of refugees and immigrants. Under his leadership, USCRI has expanded its service network domestically and internationally, forging new partnerships and securing substantial funding to advance its mission.
Click the button below to read more and join us in congratulating Eskinder on this honor.
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** Refugee and Social Services Team Hosts National Conference
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The Refugee and Social Services team at USCRI headquarters hosted a two-day National Conference in Arlington, VA, where USCRI’s network of leaders gathered to learn and discuss key topics. There were 131 participants, made up of case managers and coordinators from refugee programs in USCRI field offices and affiliates across the country.
Click the button below to read more and view the event photo gallery.
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** In case you missed it…
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Latest Policy Brief
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Rohingya Genocide Remembrance Day
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The Refugee Team at the Olympic Games
The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI), established in 1911, is an international, nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing the needs and rights of refugees and immigrants.
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