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For Immediate Release 

Contact: Dan Gordon , 617-651-0841

April 7, 2022 

**Lyster to be Named National Immigration Forum Interim CEO; Noorani to
Join Hewlett Foundation **

**WASHINGTON, D.C.** - With the departure of President and CEO Ali
Noorani in mid-May, the National Immigration Forum's board of
directors has announced that Chief Operating Officer Don Lyster will
take over as interim CEO.  

As interim CEO, Lyster will continue the Forum's critical work
engaging moderate and conservative voices in promoting a modernized
approach to immigration rooted in dignity. 

Earlier today, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation announced that
Noorani will be stepping into the role of Program Director, U.S.
Democracy Program, in July. Hewlett's U.S. Democracy program supports
essential pillars of democracy - governing institutions and
trustworthy elections - at a time when U.S. democracy is fragile, and
provides over $20 million in grants to a diverse array of nonprofit,
nonpartisan organizations. 

The Forum has retained executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates
to assist in identifying a new president and CEO who aligns with the
Forum's values and vision. The search process began in February, with
the position to be formally posted soon.  

"Don brings a deep understanding of what makes the Forum special, from
its culture to its priorities to its trusted partner," said

**Rebecca Tallent, Forum Board Chair**. "As we continue our search for
Ali's replacement, Don will successfully lead the organization through
this transition period and set the new CEO up for success.  

"For nearly 14 years, Ali has carved out a unique, trusted space for the
Forum and we cannot wait to see the leadership and creativity he'll
bring to the important work of the Hewlett Foundation's Democracy
program. We're excited to build on that foundation as we continue
expanding and refining our approach at a critical time for our
nation's immigration debate." 

On May 26, the Forum will host an event in Washington, D.C., to
celebrate the organization's 40th anniversary and its commitment to
continue working across the political spectrum to convene different
perspectives, bring new allies into the conversation, and advance
constructive and compassionate immigration policies that serve the
nation's interests. 

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