My name is Alex, and I am from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). I fled from Congo in 2007 when the Mai Mai militia started attacking village after village. When they reached my village, my family and I escaped and sought refuge in Rwanda. Life at the Nyabiheke refugee camp in Rwanda was not …
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, economy, and culture. Here are five …
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 possible …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—On September 30, 2024, RefugePoint welcomed the news that President Biden signed the Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2025, authorizing the admission of up to 125,000 refugees to the U.S. during the fiscal year 2025. This reinforces the Biden administration’s commitment to expanding resettlement in the U.S. and other legal …
As a child, Siyat looked up to his uncle, who was a nurse, and he dreamed of becoming a healthcare worker. After finishing high school in 2013, Siyat hoped to study medicine and fulfill his dream of becoming a nurse. However, financial constraints led him to pursue a diploma in education. Even after graduating, Siyat …
