Vermont Governor Phil Scott is calling on the federal government to increase & broaden refugee admissions: “Refugees have become great neighbors, colleagues & members of our communities & they’re making important contributions to Vermont & across the country.” vermontbiz.com/news/2026/oc...

“We are just beginning to see the harms in terms of what is happening here domestically. But the impacts of these policies, of these efforts, are going to be long-lasting. And I think that is by design,” @vcardenas.bsky.social, executive director of America's Voice told @theguardian.com.

NEW POLL with @refugeesinternational.org and @refugeeadvocacylab.bsky.social:

Voters across party lines strongly support the U.S. having a refugee program, including 78% of Democrats, 66% of Independents, and 55% of Republicans.

Support rises to 90% among voters who know a refugee.

📈NEW POLL: The Lab, @refugeesinternational.org & @dataforprogress.org find that voters across party lines strongly support the US refugee program, oppose current immigration enforcement policies, & overwhelmingly support a path to citizenship for immigrants
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For generations, refugees have invested deeply in our communities – bringing needed skills, building businesses, sharing food & culture. 450+ state & local leaders are protecting our #FreedomToWelcome. www.refugeeadvocacylab.org/resources/45... @mattmeyerde.bsky.social @coreyoconnorpa.bsky.social

Forcing Nepali families back to a home that no longer exists is cruel. We need to act now.

To learn more, visit: chu.house.gov/media-center...

Join RCUSA, concerned citizens and elected officials across the U.S. in demanding a resettlement policy that does not discriminate based on race, religion, or national origin. Defend our #FreedomtoWelcome. Contact your representatives today. #WeWillWelcome tinyurl.com/FY27PDAlert

"Hundreds of elected officials—from Alaska to Florida, from Maine to Ohio—are showing us how, time and time again, communities across the country stand up and proudly declare they are ready and willing to welcome people seeking safety." www.refugeeadvocacylab.org/resources/45... #FreedomToWelcome

“If we put an increased focus on what we agree upon — re-anchor ourselves in shared humanity, rather than disagreement — we might, over time, find it easier to resolve our disagreements.” religionnews.com/2026/09/15/i... @rns.org @interfaithamerica.bsky.social

+450 state & local elected leaders just sent a letter to the federal government calling for them to rebuild a strong & fair refugee admissions program.
It's clear: The American people overwhelmingly support welcoming refugees and our #FreedomToWelcome. freedomtowelcome.us

Refugee Council USA calls on the administration to return the United States to its historic leadership role in refugee protection and re-open refugee admissions on a non-discriminatory basis.

Join us by contacting your elected officials today!

#WeWillWelcome

📣The 2026 state legislative session has come to a close in most states.
As we start to plan for 2027, we’re taking a look back at the work we accomplished together, both in fighting anti-immigrant bills & advancing proactive, welcoming legislation👇
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The Storytellers Showcase with the #RefugeeStorytellersCollective is taking place THIS Thursday, Sept 10 at 12pm ET.
This year, we’re honoring #WelcomingWeek by celebrating 5 years of storytellers coming together to build community & connect with one another.
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“Congress created TPS out of compassion, but, for over 30 years, Americans have benefitted from this generosity. TPS holders fill open jobs, pay taxes, start businesses, and in doing so help to revitalize communities.” www.bushcenter.org/publications...

Refugee farmers across Iowa are using their agricultural expertise to turn underutilized farmland into a source of fresh, local produce for the community. Read more: littlevillagemag.com/incubator-fa... @littlevillage.bsky.social