Community-Based Resettlement Is Good for Both Refugees and Communities
Relying solely on traditional refugee resettlement is risky.
The World Bank Should Talk to Refugees
Refugee-led organizations (RLOs) are on the rise in number and power around the world, and this is a good thing for all of us.
'The Swimmers' director hopes film 'humanizes refugees': 'Need to engage'
"The Swimmers" director Sally El Hosaini and Yusra Mardini spoke to Newsweek about the drama, and how it could help viewers see the refugee crisis differently.
The U.S. Set an Ambitious Refugee Resettlement Target. Now What?
America must fulfill its commitment to refugees.
I See Myself in Ukrainian Refugees. Why Doesn't the Media?
Media framing can influence public thinking on which refugees we should welcome and which ones we do not.
What Ukrainian Refugees Reveal About U.S. Policies
Most Ukrainian refugees will remain in Europe, but others will try to seek refuge in the U.S. How the U.S. welcomes this new wave of refugees will be on display.
Cold Weather Adds Separate Challenge for Far-Traveling Refugees
As of March 15, more than 3 million refugees have fled Ukraine since Feb. 24, according to the United Nations
Zelensky Says Airport Outside Kyiv Destroyed as 1.5M People Flee Ukraine
"A brutal, cynical missile strike has completely destroyed the airport" in Vinnytsia, said the Ukrainian president.
As Privileged Flee Ukraine First, Border Aid Groups Fear Worst Days Ahead
"It always becomes harder and harder for the people who are left behind, and the local economy is also imploding, so everything becomes more difficult," an official from Save the Children told Newsweek.
Dems Want Protection From Deportation for Migrants From These Four Nations
If the State Department and Homeland Security act on the request, individuals from Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala could get new protections.
Haitians Stuck in Mexico's 'Open Air Prison' City See Asylum Claims Denied
Just 37 percent of Haitian migrants who filed asylum claims received refugee status, according to Amnesty International.
Prevented From Seeking Asylum at U.S. Ports, Migrants Cross Rio Grande
Because migrants have been unable to present their claims, some have taken to crossing the Rio Grande and surrendering themselves to Border Patrol at the wall.
70 Venezuelans Apprehended by CBP as Number Arriving at Border Rises
The group of undocumented migrants was encountered in Big Bend National Park, which sits on a portion of the border in West Texas.
New Migrant Caravan of 2K Moves North as Mexico Fails to Contain
"In Tapachula, there's no life for migrants. We don't have work, we don't have money to pay for housing," Atis, a migrant from Haiti, said.
Kamala Harris Visited the Border 5 Months Ago—What Has She Said Since?
The vice president has faced criticism for her role in responding to the border crisis. But with the number of migrant crossings on the decline, her mission to address root causes could finally be paying off.
Caravan of Thousands of Migrants Breaks Past Mexican National Guard Barrier
Migrants chanted "Libertad! Libertad! [Freedom! Freedom!]" as they made their way through the blockade. As this happened, Mexican National Guard stood by.
White House Denies Reports Biden Delayed Afghan Evacs For Political Reasons
To successfully evacuate the 22,000 refugees America stated it would help, ""too many things have to go 100 percent correctly," one official said.
70 Years Since Geneva, Refugees Need Us More than Ever
EU member states should resettle 250,000 refugees by the end of 2025, starting with pledging at least 36,000 places in 2022. The U.S. should not only unlock funding to meet its current refugee admissions goal this year but should also double the cap for next year.
Facing A Historic Heat Wave, Migrants at the Border at Greater Risk
As Texas, Arizona, and California face a historic heat wave, migrants traveling through the desert and awaiting asylum face medical risk.
Venezuelan Displacement Crisis needs U.S. Support
A regional approach to those fleeing Venezuela would address the need for safety and security well before they reach the U.S. border. There is no quick fix.
Americans Bridge the Divide to Support Refugees
President Joe Biden's promise to renew American leadership on refugee protection is a beacon of hope for those with few places left to turn.
Trump Is Ruining America's Reputation
At a time like this, the world needs leadership from the United States, which over the years has led global efforts to resettle refugees.
Refugees Now 1 Percent of World's Population
According to a report, the current number of refugees would equate to the 21st most populated nation on the planet.
Immigrant Kids Must Learn About Christmas, Says Denmark
Besides language lessons, new integration education in Denmark will include teaching about liberal values and traditional, Christian customs.
Sudanese Refugees Released From Libya Kidnap Gang
El Sadiq Ahmed fled Darfur with dreams of a better life in Europe, but now he faces prison or, worse, death at home.
Europe's Refugees Could Rise Due To Climate Change
Hotter-than-average temperatures and asylum-seeking applications are directly linked.
Ai Weiwei on 'Human Flow' Documentary
The Chinese artist captures the humanity of the world's 65 million forcibly displaced people in a bid to inspire a global solution to the ongoing crisis.
Erik Prince Seeks Private Army To Solve Libya Crisis
The proposal, he said, would be a more humanitarian option for the European Union.
Libya's Smugglers Are Selling Off Migrants for $400
A shocking investigation has revealed how men are sold for manual labor in the North African country.
Trump Building a Wall is a 'Ridiculous Act': Ai Weiwei
The Chinese artist and dissident spoke to Newsweek about Trump's policies, the Guggenheim's decision to pull artwork and how the world has failed refugees.