Offering refuge to families escaping persecution or war has been an enduring and justifiable American tradition.
President Joe Biden started to restore the bipartisan and lifesaving U.S. resettlement program after refugee intakes fell by more than 85% under Trump. He set a target of 125,000 for refugee admissions. More than 70,000 Afghans have fled their country in an instant, and the United States has taken in 10,000 of them through the International Rescue Committee’s (Humanitarian Project) resettlement efforts. Keep on reading to learn how to
donate to refugees.
You have the power to make a difference
These difficulties are not intractable, and although the situation is very dangerous, they are not impossible to resolve. But we need to be serious about taking them seriously afterward.
A few scientists and campaigners were sounding the alarm about the dangers of climate change not long ago. We can do something to reverse the downward trend now that we know everyone is responsible. “We didn’t know…” is an admission we will never have.
How we address these displacement issues today reveals much about the society we aspire to establish and maintain. We value your time and opinions.
We need to take immediate action
Political solutions are necessary for refugee situations. However, individual efforts are also necessary. We have to change the way we think and act. Managers take note: it is time to hire refugees. Refute prejudice and misconceptions about refugees when you find yourself in conversations with loved ones who perpetuate them. Vote for lawmakers who promise to implement policies to alleviate the crises when the next parliamentary elections roll around. If you can, help those in need by donating to worthy humanitarian relief agencies.
It is within your ability to create an impact at this very moment. Learn about the many ways you may become involved with the Humanitarian Project and can donate to refugees locally and globally:
Make a digital contribution
Contributions enable us to carry out this vital task. Donating every month is one of the best ways to assist our programs running smoothly and guarantee that our teams can respond to emergencies in the most dangerous parts of the world and remain for as long as needed.
Speak Out
Many people seeking asylum, who have also fled persecution and violence, are being denied entry, even though President Biden increased the cap on refugee resettlement. People from Haiti are among them; natural calamities and political unrest beset their nation.
No matter the pandemic’s severity, seeking asylum is still permissible. The simple act of exercising this freedom should not subject anyone to criminal penalties or mistreatment. Pledge your support for the rights of Haitian asylum seekers by contacting President Biden.
Make your voice heard
Share this post on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook to let the world know what you stand for.
Learn more about refugee resettlement and spread the word with the help of reliable resources.
Collect Money
Create a Facebook fundraiser to show your community how much you care. It’s simple: decide what to do and tell your networks why they should help displaced people like refugees, asylum seekers, etc, and donate to refugees.
Share refugee stories
Everyone here can relate to the stories of refugees and asylum seekers. They are the progeny of parents and children. They are our neighbors, instructors, students, company owners, and employees, and they are also the vital workers who are preventing the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Welcome a refugee
Stable housing is one of several difficulties that refugees encounter while relocating to a new place. Be a temporary haven for refugees in the United States by opening your home to them. Landlords could lend a hand by renting to families who have just arrived as refugees. Leasing assistance is available to clients through the Humanitarian Project.
Put money into a refugee’s future
As business owners, shoppers, and taxpayers, refugees help the economy thrive and create new jobs. Refugees are roughly 50% more likely to be entrepreneurs than native-born Americans.
You can help by supporting local businesses that employ refugees or hiring refugees yourself and asking other companies to join you.
Conclusion
More than 82 million people have been forced from their homes due to various crises and conflicts, making the urgent need to offer sanctuary a top priority. Everyone here at the Humanitarian Project greatly appreciates your kindness and dedication to donate to refugees.