IRAP filed a case on behalf of three Congolese families who faced refugee resettlement challenges
What led to the case?
- Three families fled violent conflicts in the Democratic Republic of Congo to Kenya
- They went through the rigorous resettlement process for the US
- Approved for travel to the US in 2016
What happened next?
- Travel plans canceled abruptly without explanation
- Refugee cases denied as a matter of discretion
- Administrative appeals pending for over 5 years
Impact of the case
Challenges sudden and unexplained denials, aims for fair resettlement chance
Case status
- May 14, 2024: Complaint filed
- Case Status: Open
- View the Complaint
Follow along as IRAP fights for the rights of these families in need of resettlement
Source: refugeerights.org