Advocate
Join JRS/USA in advocating for just policies that welcome refugees and other forcibly displaced people.
Individuals and communities can play an important role in protecting the rights of refugees and displaced people. By contacting elected officials, participating in policy campaigns, and raising awareness in their communities, supporters help ensure that laws and policies reflect human dignity and protection for people forced to flee their homes.
This page provides practical ways you can take action with Jesuit Refugee Service/USA to support refugee protection and humane migration policies in the United States.
Ways You Can Take Action
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- Contact your elected officials about refugee protection policies.
- Sign up for JRS/USA action alerts to stay informed about policy developments.
- Participate in advocacy events such as JRS Advocacy Day. See highlights from the 2026 Advocacy Day here
- Invite your parish or community to learn about migration and displacement.
Share accurate information about displacement and refugee protection
- Interactive map on comprehensive state and local immigration data – American Immigration Council
- United Nations Global Trends Report
- Multilingual TPS and DED Status Updates – USAHello
Learn More with Our Policy Fact Sheets
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- Update the Registry Program
- Protect Pregnant, Postpartum, and Nursing Mothers in Detention
- Family Separation & Orlin’s Law
- Restore Religious Freedom for Detainees
- Fund International Humanitarian Assistance & the U.S. Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund
- Restoring Sensitive Locations Policy
Action Alerts
Urge Congress to Support the American Dream and Promise Act
Protect Resettled Refugees From Fast Tracked Termination of Status
Urge the Senate to Protect Haitians by Preserving Temporary Protected Status
Protect Medically Fragile Immigrant Children
Oppose the Immigration & Enforcement Reconciliation Bill
JRS/USA Advocacy Day 2026 Action Alert
Urge Congress to Protect Haitians by Extending TPS
Support Balanced, Bipartisan Immigration Reform
Uphold Human Dignity. Stop Harmful Deportation Practices
Protect Humanitarian Assistance in 2026
Update the Registry Act
Stop the Misuse of the Insurrection Act
Protect Refugee Assistance from Elimination
Stop Budget Cuts that Punish Poor Immigrants
Oppose Harmful Bills that Punish Immigrant Families
Pass Pro-Refugee and Asylum Legislation
Protect Visas for Religious Workers
Restore Refugee Assistance and Admissions Funding
Urge Full Obligation of U.S. Refugee Assistance Funding
Reject Anti-Migrant Rhetoric
Defend the Legal Right to Seek Asylum
Call for Legal Protections to Be Upheld for Immigrants and Refugees
Tell Leaders to Safeguard the CHNV Parole Program
Ensure Refugee Children Can Access Education
Support the Stateless Protection Act
Safeguard Refugee and At-Risk Children
Stand Up for Immigrants’ Rights—Preserve Legal Access and Due Process
Urge DHS to Prohibit Immigration Enforcement in Sensitive Locations
Strengthen America’s Immigration System—Invest in People, Not Punishment
Renew America's Promise to People Seeking Safety
Why Your Voice Matters
Public engagement helps shape policies that protect refugees and displaced people. When individuals speak with elected officials, share accurate information, and participate in policy discussions, they help ensure that refugee protection remains a national priority.
Community engagement also strengthens the ability of humanitarian organizations to promote policies that protect human dignity and support long-term stability for displaced families.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I help refugees in the United States?
You can help by contacting policymakers, supporting refugee protection policies, participating in advocacy campaigns, and raising awareness about displacement in your community.
Why should I contact my elected officials about refugee protection?
Public engagement helps policymakers understand that their constituents care about policies that protect refugees and displaced people.
What organizations work to protect refugees?
Jesuit Refugee Service works globally to accompany refugees and engage policymakers to promote protection and dignity for displaced people.
