Who We Are

Refugee Congress is the national organization built and led by people who have experienced forced displacement. We advance the well-being, inclusion, and dignity of refugees, asylees, and other Forcibly Displaced People—a term we use to reflect the many pathways through which people seek protection, and a shared experience of displacement due to persecution, conflict, state violence, climate impacts, and other life-threatening conditions.

Refugee Congress is anchored by a diverse group of Delegates from across five continents. Delegates are community leaders with professional expertise spanning across many different sectors and serve as the driving force behind our work.

What We Do

Refugee Congress ensures that people with lived experience of forced displacement are equal partners in decision-making at the local, state, national, and global levels. Our Theory of Change is simple: policies and programs are more effective, equitable, and sustainable when shaped by those most directly impacted.

We advance this work through three integrated pillars: Leadership Development, Policy & Program Advocacy, and Building Inclusive Narratives.

Get Involved

Refugee Congress works in coalitions and in collaboration with other partner organizations as well as community members across the U.S. Interested in learning more about partnering with Refugee Congress? We’re excited to connect you with Delegates in your state for opportunities!