Meet David: A Young Venezuelan Refugee Building Computers and a Brighter Future in New Hampshire
Mirasol arrived in New Hampshire with her family last January, just days before the U.S. refugee program was suspended…
“A Journey of Hope”: In Massachusetts, an Afghan Refugee Builds a Future in Biotech
Activism in Afghanistan Ali grew up in Afghanistan during the Civil War—a tumultuous time where his mother would carry…
The Call for a Humane and Strategic Refugee Program in 2026
UPDATE AS OF 10/31/25 The Presidential Determination on refugee admissions for Fiscal Year 2026 has been set at 7…
“I Always Want to Give Back”: Suraj Budathoki’s Journey from a Refugee Camp to the NH Statehouse
In November of 2024, Suraj Budathoki was elected to represent Hillsborough County District 40 in the New Hampshire Stat…
Atefa’s Story: With Ongoing Support, a Young Refugee Builds a Brighter Future
Atefa’s story is featured in our Spotlight Report: Who We Can Serve and How in a Rapidly Shifting Landscape. Clic…
“The Most Lovely People”: A Volunteer Group’s Experience Supporting a Refugee Family from Nigeria
Tani and her six children were among the last refugees to arrive safely in Boston just before the indefinite suspension…
Prudence’s Story: How a Refugee and Humanitarian Found Life-Saving Support in the U.S.
A father of four, Prudence has dedicated his life to working for human rights and against government corruption. After…
From the Desk of the CEO: Envisioning a Better Future for Humanitarian Immigration
By Jeff Thielman, President and CEO at the International Institute of New England As we’ve spent the past year celebrat…
5 Things to Know About the Refugee Act of 1980
Understanding the purpose and impact of the Refugee Act on its 45th anniversary Forty-five years ago, the Refugee…
A Somali Refugee, Bashir Is Following His Dreams in Boston
Bashir speaks warmly of the culture he grew up in. “Somali culture is based on hospitality. They are a joined communit…
Hacking Injustice: University Students Develop Tech Solutions for Immigration Challenges
Forty visionary coders from colleges and universities throughout Greater Boston converged at Harvard University in earl…
From the Desk of the CEO: The Stories and Faces Behind Our Theory of Change
By Jeff Thielman, President and CEO at the International Institute of New England Often when we think about a refugee’s…
