On May 15, the International Day of Families: What did IRAP do on the International Day of Families? IRAP hosted a virtual event showcasing their approach to legal aid, information, and systemic change. Experts from IRAP highlighted their support for the Central American Minors Refugee & Parole Program (CAM). The team also discussed their preparations … Read more
Why did IRAP oppose the DHS proposed rule? IRAP submitted a public comment opposing the DHS proposed rule on June 12, 2024. The rule would apply mandatory bars to asylum at the fear stage, contrary to Congressional intent. IRAP argues that the rule would increase inefficiencies and risks of family separation. What are the potential … Read more
Extensive news coverage indicates that the Biden administration will issue an executive order on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, effectively closing the border. The measure is expected to employ a trigger of 2,500 daily border encounters to prompt the closure of the border to asylum-seekers, and since average daily encounters exceed 2,500, the closure will go … Read more
IRAP Condemns Continued U.S. Deportation Flights to Haiti Why was the recent deportation flight to Haiti condemned? Despite political violence and catastrophic conditions in Haiti Second deportation flight since April UNHCR guidance on refugee protection for Haitians What did the International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) say? “It is unconscionable to forcibly return people back to … Read more
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 … Read more
Proposed Asylum Restrictions: An Alarming Development What has the Biden administration proposed? The Biden administration has proposed a new rule that would restrict access to the asylum system. Why is IRAP concerned? According to Sunil Varghese, Policy Director for IRAP, the proposed rule denies vulnerable people seeking protection a lawful chance to present their asylum … Read more
May 9, 2024 Today, the Biden administration proposed a new rule that would further restrict access to the asylum system. Statement from IRAP Policy Director Sunil Varghese, Policy Director for the International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP), expressed opposition to the administration’s attempts to deny vulnerable people seeking protection their lawful chance to present their asylum … Read more
IRAP is thrilled to introduce a new collaborative family reunification initiative focusing on families from the Americas bound for California’s Bay Area! What is Driving Migration from Latin America and the Caribbean? Family reunification is a key driver of migration. Many seek safety in the US where they have relatives. Awareness of family reunification programs … Read more
March 14, 2024 PRESS CONTACTS Spencer Tilger, [email protected] REFUGEE MOTHER STRANDED IN IRAQ SUES GOVERNMENT TO RETURN TO SAFETY IN UNITED STATES WITH CHILDREN (Greenbelt, MD) – Last night, Jane Doe, a refugee mother stranded in Iraq, requested a federal court allow her to return to safety in the United States with her … Read more
IRAP, along with other nonprofit organizations focused on climate action and migrant and refugee advocacy, released a legal action agenda to protect the rights of climate-displaced individuals in the Americas. Here are the key steps outlined in the agenda: Concrete Steps for Climate-Displaced People in the Americas Ensuring the rights and well-being of climate-impacted populations … Read more