The latest on LIRS news, upcoming events, media mentions, and more.
** Welcome to This Week at LIRS!
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Every week, we catch you up on what's new at LIRS—from upcoming events to media appearances, important immigration updates, and more.
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LIRS President and CEO Krish O'Mara Vignarajah joined Alicia Menendez on MSNBC's "American Voices" to talk about what the Biden administration could mean to asylum seekers and how we can restore our nation's reputation as the world's humanitarian leader. Watch the full segment below!
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"It is a new dawn in America for immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers, DREAMers, and all those who stand for welcome. We are moved by the prospect of an administration that sees immigration as a strength, and not a weakness of our nation."
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Our Hope for the Holidays campaign continues! Each year, with the support of hundreds of partners across the country, LIRS collects holiday cards and donations for gifts to share hope with children and families affected by immigration detention.
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** Coming Up
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On Wednesday, December 9 at 4 p.m. ET, LIRS will convene experts and advocates for "Beyond Borders and Barriers," a panel discussion about the unique challenges migrant women and girls face internationally and in the United States, as well as ways in which we can further foster a safer, more equitable world.
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On Wednesday, November 18 at 6 p.m. ET, CEO Krish O'Mara Vignarajah heads back to the LIRS Culture Kitchen for cooking and conversation with Chef Rod of Baltimore's R&R Taqueria (which you may have seen on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives!). Follow along to learn how to make a delicious dish, then stick around for thoughtful discussion on immigration in the United States.
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On Thursday, November 19 at 5:30pm ET, our Building Hope for Change series continues with a virtual event in the Northeast. Tune in to learn more about what you can do to make a difference in the lives of immigrants and refugees.
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