The New Executive Order: Where Do We Go From Here?
Update: March 16, 2017
On the evening of March 15, just hours before the president’s new Executive Order was to go into effect, a federal judge issued a temporary restraining order blocking the order from being implemented nationwide. This ruling will allow RefugeeOne and other agencies to continue welcoming refugees fleeing persecution, terror, and war—something we believe to be a moral obligation during the worst humanitarian crisis of our time.
Just as the first rendition, the revised order remains discriminatory, misguided, and unconstitutional. RefugeeOne calls on our elected representatives, including President Trump and his Administration, to do everything in their power to fully rescind this dangerous Executive Order. We will continue to stand with all refugees—both those who are already here, and those yet to come. We call upon our volunteers, allies, and supporters to assist in carrying out this important work.
On the evening of March 15, just hours before the president’s new Executive Order was to go into effect, a federal judge issued a temporary restraining order blocking the order from being implemented nationwide. This ruling will allow RefugeeOne and other agencies to continue welcoming refugees fleeing persecution, terror, and war—something we believe to be a moral obligation during the worst humanitarian crisis of our time.
Just as the first rendition, the revised order remains discriminatory, misguided, and unconstitutional. RefugeeOne calls on our elected representatives, including President Trump and his Administration, to do everything in their power to fully rescind this dangerous Executive Order. We will continue to stand with all refugees—both those who are already here, and those yet to come. We call upon our volunteers, allies, and supporters to assist in carrying out this important work.
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March 8, 2017
Dear RefugeeOne supporters, This week, under the guise of national security, the White House issued a new Executive Order halting refugee resettlement entirely for 4 months. Even more importantly, it reduced the number of refugees annually admitted into the U.S. from 110,000 to a mere 50,000 people—the lowest ceiling in 35 years. We hear about the global refugee crisis every day—from the media, our families, and friends—and it is truly unbelievable. Nearly 1 in 100 people worldwide have been driven from their homes. More than 23 million refugees—half of them children—are fleeing the terror we see unfolding around the world. |
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We cannot forget who these numbers represent. They are families, children, and the most vulnerable among us—and they need our help. In light of this Executive Order and the record number of refugees RefugeeOne welcomed in recent months, we ask for your financial support today to:
With your financial support, we will assist the record number of refugees we’ve welcomed in recent months and advocate for those still hoping to find safety in our great nation.
Thank you for your generosity and compassion. Above all, thank you for supporting refugees.
- Provide staff who speak 35 languages to help refugees navigate their first months in Chicago ($500 per refugee)
- Teach refugees English, the single most important skill for integration, and help them secure a job to provide for their families ($1,150 per refugee)
- Provide after-school programming and summer camp activities to help refugee youth catch up with their classmates ($850 per child)
- Help refugees overcome trauma by providing culturally-appropriate mental health care ($1,800 per refugee)
- Support our efforts to educate our communities and local leaders and advocate on behalf of all refugees
With your financial support, we will assist the record number of refugees we’ve welcomed in recent months and advocate for those still hoping to find safety in our great nation.
Thank you for your generosity and compassion. Above all, thank you for supporting refugees.
A Post-Election Message from Our Executive Director - November 2016
Dear RefugeeOne family,
In this moment of uncertainty, here’s what we know for certain:
In solidarity,
Melineh Kano
Executive Director
In this moment of uncertainty, here’s what we know for certain:
- You are cherished friends and champions to refugees fleeing war and persecution. We thank everyone who’s reached out to volunteer, offer support, and make donations.
- Refugees are resilient people. They contribute much to our country, economy, and culture.
- Our work will continue on behalf of the world’s 65 million displaced people. We will advocate for refugees and find new ways to help them and engage our supporters.
- America is already great. We hope the U.S. will continue to demonstrate great compassion and welcome vulnerable refugees from around the world.
In solidarity,
Melineh Kano
Executive Director