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World Relief President Reacts to 9th Circuit Ruling
We are heartened by this ruling as it keeps open a lifeline for so many refugees already feeling traumatized and unwelcome. So many families, already separated for long periods by terror, war and persecution can now continue the process of being reunited.
Read More100 evangelical leaders sign ad denouncing Trump’s refugee ban
World Relief published a full-page newspaper ad featuring 100+ evangelical leaders urging President Trump to reconsider refugee-related executive order. Read story
Read MoreEvangelical Leaders from All 50 States Urge President Trump to Reconsider Reduction in Refugee Resettlement
As Refugee-Related Executive Order Makes Its Way Through the Courts, Top Evangelicals Speak Up via Full-Page Ad in Today’s Washington Post
Read MoreNew York Times Published Op-Ed Written by World Relief President Scott Arbeiter
In his op-ed, “I’m Pro-Life, and Pro-Refugee,” Scott Arbeiter, President of World Relief, explores how to expand from a traditional pro-life agenda towards an even more inclusive approach—one that embraces refugees. Read Op-Ed
Read MoreWe are Pro-refugee and Pro-security
We have recently been both praised and criticized for taking a public stand regarding the executive order on immigrants and refugees. Our critics have quite reasonably asked us why we would take a policy stand on this issue. Following is our view on how we use our voice on behalf of those we serve.
Read MoreUPDATED: 3 Things You Can Do Right Now to Show Support for Refugees
Over the past few days, we’ve seen an outpouring of responses to the resources we have provided on how to stand in solidarity with refugees. During this critical time, your efforts mean the world. Here’s an updated list of ways you can show support for refugees right now: 1. AdvocateSign this petition expressing your support…
Read MoreReligion News Service Published Op-Ed Written by World Relief CEO Tim Breene
In his op-ed titled, “Security is not everything,” World Relief CEO Tim Breene explains, “when our desire for security is so great that it diminishes our humanity and our capacity or willingness to see the world through the eyes of another, we lose a precious part of who we were designed to be.” Read Op-Ed
Read MoreHow to Advocate on Behalf of Refugees
Your voice is needed now more than ever. On Friday, January 27, the new presidential administration issued an executive order that suspends the Refugee Resettlement Program for 120 days, cuts the United States’ current commitment to refugee arrivals by over half, and bans Syrian refugee arrivals for an indefinite period of time (with other nationalities potentially…
Read MoreA Letter to President Trump on Executive Order on Refugees
Dear President Trump and Vice President Pence, As evangelical Christians, we are guided by the Bible to be particularly concerned for the plight of refugees, individuals who have been forced to flee their countries because of the threat of persecution. Evangelical churches and ministries have long played a key role in welcoming, resettling, and assisting…
Read MoreWorld Relief Calls for a Swift End to Refugee Ban
World Relief expresses dismay at the Trump Administration’s decision to place a 120 day moratorium on the Refugee Admissions Program, and to indefinitely exclude refugees from many of the world’s most vulnerable populations.
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