The eruption of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai underwater volcano in January sent tsunami waves pummeling toward the Polynesian Kingdom of Tonga and across the world. This eruption provides an important warning about the consequences of climate change and climate-related displacement.
Refugees International President Eric P. Schwartz Announces August 2022 Departure
After five years of dedicated service to Refugees International, President Eric P. Schwartz announced his departure from the organization effective at the end of August 2022.
Just Security: Aid Agencies Can’t Fix Afghanistan’s Humanitarian Crisis
The U.S. withdrawal will likely exacerbate Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis, and little has been done to prepare for this eventuality.
Today’s Anniversary of the Central African Republic Peace Deal No Reason to Celebrate
The three-year anniversary of the Central African Republic’s (CAR) peace agreement is no cause for celebration.
Assessing Barriers to Integration: A Survey of Asylees in the United States
A survey Refugees International conducted in 2021 identifies critical barriers asylees in the United States face trying to secure housing, employment, and other aspects of integration.
Refugees International Advocates for USAID Local Capacity Development Policy
Refugees International provided public comment on USAID’s Local Capacity Development policy, strongly advocating for a significant shift in support for local capacity investment in humanitarian and development response.
Why We’re No Longer Using the Word “Mission” to Describe Our Travel for Research, Reporting, and Advocacy
The organization will now find alternatives to the word “mission” to refer to international research travel.
Ethiopia Has Turned on Itself. Now What?
The international community must work for peace in Ethiopia.
Signs of Hope for Refugee Issues in 2022 After a Challenging Year
Last year gave us some hope for a better world in 2022 for displaced people.
Newsweek: How Biden Can Help Venezuelan Refugees
The Biden administration can do more to help displaced Venezuelans.