A new statement from Refugee Congress: As the only refugee-led organization in the United States, Refugee Congress is deeply concerned about efforts to dismantle international refugee protections at a critical moment in global displacement.

This guide, informed by seasoned leaders and storytellers who have experienced forced displacement, aims to walk you through the process of what to consider before, during, and after storytelling opportunities to keep yourself and your communities safe. Each section includes checklists with items to consider to help you feel prepared and safe at each stage, and first hand accounts from storytellers who have been through the process before so you can learn from their experiences. 

Refugee Congress is excited to welcome three new members to our Board of Directors: Senka Filipovich, Teddi Jallow, and Colin Rajah.

Refugee Congress calls on Congress to honor its promises by restoring TPS and passing the Fulfilling Promises to Afghan Allies Act. Failure to act puts our Afghan neighbors, colleagues, and friends in danger and undermines U.S. trust and leadership to allies around the world. Our leaders must demonstrate that the United States keeps its word, protects those who are seeking safety, and ensures Afghan families can rebuild their lives in dignity.

Congress’ deliberate inaction to stop this bill – which threatens American and refugee communities alike – comes on the heels of last week’s Supreme Court rulings that allow the Trump administration to carry on targeting refugees and immigrants with limited accountability.

World Refugee Day reflections from Myra Dahgaypaw, Honorary Delegate

World Refugee Day is a global celebration of the strength, resilience, and hope of people who have experienced forced displacement. We honor them and stand alongside our communities and partners in recognizing the human value of each person seeking safety.

Refugee Congress strongly condemns the Trump administration’s sweeping new travel ban targeting individuals from 19 countries, many of which are Muslim-majority or home to vulnerable populations in crisis. This unjust and discriminatory policy is a dangerous step backward for our country and a direct assault on the values of fairness, inclusion, and protection for those fleeing persecution, violence, and war.