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The Syrian Refugee Crisis, Explained
The Syrian refugee crisis is one of the most pressing humanitarian challenges of our time. Since the onset of the Syrian civil war in 2011, millions of Syrians have fled their homes in search of safety. Here we explore the root causes of the crisis, the current situation for Syrian refugees, and how organizations…
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5 Truths About Immigration: Dispelling the Myths
By Chris Jensen, Senior Communications Officer Immigration remains one of the most misunderstood and debated issues globally, and in the United States, is central in the political conversation. Myths and misconceptions often portray immigrants and refugees as harmful to the economy and security. These falsehoods overshadow the numerous ways in which immigrants enrich American society,…
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RefugePoint’s Groundbreaking 5-Year Family Reunification Initiative: 1-Year Update
Cover image: Chef José Andrés, Founder of World Central Kitchen, speaks on the importance of family reunification at the launch of the Family Reunification Initiative, which took place at Chef Andrés’ Manhattan restaurant, Nubeluz. Photo: Chris Jensen, RefugePoint Last year, at a star-studded event in New York City, RefugePoint leadership announced a groundbreaking new…
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What are the Impacts of RefugePoint’s Self-Reliance Program in Nairobi? Former Refugee Clients Weigh In
What do refugees in Nairobi say about RefugePoint’s self-reliance programs? How have these services impacted their ability to achieve lasting independence? To answer these critical questions and more, RefugePoint partnered with the impact measurement experts at 60 Decibels, who conducted an in-depth phone survey with former clients—those who either graduated from or worked their way…
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Refugee Self-Reliance is More Essential than Ever in Light of Reduced U.S. Resettlement
With drastic refugee resettlement reductions likely forthcoming in the U.S., tens of thousands of refugees awaiting resettlement as a life-saving solution are now facing uncertain futures. In a world where the number of forcibly displaced people continues to grow while resettlement opportunities are becoming more scarce, it is crucial that refugees have access to…
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A Day in the Life: Supporting Afghan Refugees in Pakistan
Pakistan hosts one of the world’s largest refugee populations. As of October 2023, the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) reported there were 3.7M Afghans in Pakistan, including more than 700,000 Afghans who fled after the August 2021 Taliban takeover. More than 75% are women, children, or older adults. As with all refugees, there are three…
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RefugePoint’s Statement on 2024 U.S. Presidential Election Results
Since 2005, RefugePoint has worked hand in hand with U.S. government officials in both Republican and Democratic administrations to protect those fleeing violence, war, and persecution. Today, with President-elect Donald Trump’s election win, our commitment to helping refugees find lasting solutions is stronger than ever. Welcoming refugees into our country is both a proud American…
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Working Together Towards a Shared Vision at the Global Family Reunification Network (FRUN) Conference: Reuniting More Refugee Families
One of the ways that RefugePoint helps refugees to find lasting solutions is through family reunification, which helps separated families who have been torn apart by war or persecution to reunite. RefugePoint plays a leading role in global policy conversations related to family reunification. In 2020, RefugePoint spearheaded the creation of the Global Family Reunification…
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Day in the Life: RefugePoint’s Child Protection Expert in Bangkok, Thailand
Meet our Child Protection Expert based in Bangkok, Thailand. We are excited for our supporters to “meet” more members of our team and learn more about the work our staff around the world does. Please introduce yourself and explain the role that you play at RefugePoint. As a Child Protection Expert at RefugePoint, my work…
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First steps towards refugee self-reliance
What can change for refugees in the first six months of their engagement with RefugePoint? By Jacinta Mutie, Nicholas Mbata, Patrick Guyer Photo: Esperance is able to meet her family’s needs with her roadside stall selling omena (small fish) and vegetables. How much of a difference can six months make in the lives of…