Some of the most powerful stories about displacement aren't found in history books. They're found in the films we watch. Behind every story is a reminder that resilience, hope, and the pursuit of belonging are deeply human experiences. Support this work at Refugees.org

In this edition of Voices of Resilience, we spotlight three immigrant and refugee chefs whose stories remind us that every meal carries history, resilience, and a sense of home. Through their restaurants, Cristina Martinez, Marcus Samuelsson, and Yia Vang are bringing people together.

Today, on International Nelson Mandela Day, we honor a leader whose legacy reminds us that dignity, justice, and human rights belong to everyone. At USCRI, that belief continues to guide our work every day as we stand alongside refugees, immigrants, and uprooted people.

We're hiring! Join the USCRI Communications team as a Communications Intern at our headquarters in Arlington, VA. If you're passionate about storytelling, social media, digital communications, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today: https://bit.ly/3TH0LCs

Good news! Across USCRI, girls are staying in school, families are gaining access to technology, parents are building new careers, students are pursuing higher education, and thousands of newcomers are connecting with employment opportunities. Stay up to date at: https://bit.ly/4vQVB4P

On June 25, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court fundamentally altered the future of TPS. For hundreds of thousands of TPS holders, this decision creates profound uncertainty about their futures, their families, and the lives they have built in the United States. Learn more at https://bit.ly/44z1vMs

As the World Cup comes to an end, one thing is clear: the world’s biggest tournament wouldn’t be the same without migration. The World Cup may be ending, but the work of welcome continues! Get involved at https://bit.ly/4wKuhp9

Behind every statistic is a child. Today, 117.8 million people are forcibly displaced worldwide, and 39% are children. Their Future, Their Voice shares the stories behind the numbers and reminds us why protecting displaced children matters. Read the report at https://bit.ly/4gkIpkn

Displacement doesn't affect every child the same way. For children with disabilities, barriers to protection and opportunity are even greater. It's time to build humanitarian responses that are inclusive from the start. Read more in USCRI's Their Future, Their Voice report: https://bit.ly/4gkIpkn

Learn more about USCRI's history: 115 years of impact, advocacy, and helping people rebuild their lives with dignity, safety, and hope. The work continues. Make a difference at: https://bit.ly/3QYBqDl

The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela have added another layer of hardship to a crisis that has been unfolding for years. For 8 million Venezuelans, displacement didn't begin with this disaster. Read the stories of real Venezuelans who found hope after displacement at https://bit.ly/4sXw7SA

Talent is everywhere. Opportunity isn't. As the world watches soccer's biggest stage, girls in Kakuma Refugee Camp are pursuing dreams of their own through the power of sport. Learn how USCRI is creating opportunities for refugee girls in Kakuma at https://bit.ly/43vHrda

To ensure young immigrants help shape the policies that affect them, USCRI created United Voices, a youth advisory group made up of six current and former unaccompanied immigrant youth. Read Their Future, Their Voice and hear directly from unaccompanied children and youth: https://bit.ly/4eF0rfQ

Happy Fourth of July from USCRI. As we mark our nation's Independence Day, we reflect on the enduring ideals of liberty, equality, and justice for all. As we celebrate today, may we continue striving to make those ideals a reality for everyone.

Greetings from Kakuma Refugee Camp! Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, USCRI has begun distributing 3,000 dignity kits to adolescent girls and young women in Kakuma. Become a Dream Keeper today and help ensure more girls have the resources they need to thrive: https://bit.ly/4p2Pd8z

As America marks 250 years, we should all remember that by opening our doors to the refugees who have already sacrificed so much in pursuit of liberty, the United States continues its journey to be more fully the nation it aspires to be. Read our reflection on America at 250: https://bit.ly/4azeNvM

Menstrual health remains an overlooked challenge for many displaced Afghan girls. Even after fleeing the Taliban, many continue to face barriers to accessing the supplies and education they need. Read Their Future, Their Voice to learn more: https://bit.ly/4gkIpkn

For Sara, hope looks like poetry. It looks like art. It looks like finding beauty, even in the midst of uncertainty. Read more about Sara and discover why listening to displaced children's voices matters in USCRI's Their Future, Their Voice report: https://bit.ly/4gkIpkn

BORN IN THE USA. Today, the Supreme Court reaffirmed a promise that has shaped our country for generations: if you're born in the U.S., you're a citizen of the U.S. For thousands of refugee, immigrant, and mixed-status families, today's decision means certainty, belonging, and hope.

Today, the Supreme Court reaffirmed birthright citizenship, ensuring that children born in the United States are citizens of the United States. USCRI welcomes this decision and the stability it provides for the refugee and immigrant families we serve.

USCRI is fortunate to have dedicated field offices across the country providing life-changing support to refugees and immigrants as they rebuild their lives. Read Omar's story and learn how USCRI Vermont helped him on his journey!

In April, USCRI stood outside the Supreme Court in support of Temporary Protected Status (TPS), a lifesaving humanitarian protection for people who cannot safely return home. Read more about why Haiti is not safe for returnees at https://bit.ly/3SqGUqU

Today's Supreme Court decision puts hundreds of thousands of people at risk of losing the stability they've built. USCRI remains committed to standing with TPS holders, protecting families, and advocating for the humanitarian protections they deserve. Read our full statement at: bit.ly/4xUJSnQ

This World Refugee Day, USCRI field offices across the world brought communities together to celebrate resilience, culture, and the power of belonging. Thank you to our incredible staff, volunteers, partners, and communities who made these celebrations possible! #WorldRefugeeDay #USCRI

As we await the Supreme Court's decision on Haiti's TPS, we reaffirm a simple truth: deporting Haitians to current conditions in Haiti is cruel. No one should be returned to a place where they face harm. Read our reflections on the current conditions in Haiti at: https://bit.ly/3SqGUqU

RELEASED TODAY, Their Future, Their Voice brings together the voices of displaced children and youth, alongside experts, advocates, and practitioners from around the world, to explore the realities of child displacement and the path forward. Read the full report NOW: https://bit.ly/4gkIpkn

EXCITING NEWS! Today, USCRI is proud to release Their Future, Their Voice. Inside, you'll find personal stories, global perspectives, expert analysis, and recommendations that challenge us to rethink how we support children forced from their homes. Read the full report now: https://bit.ly/4gkIpkn

Today, we celebrate the fathers who lead with courage, sacrifice with love, and remind us that hope knows no borders. Thank you for your strength, resilience, and unwavering dedication to your families. Happy Father's Day.

This World Refugee Day, let's replace myths with understanding. Comment below what you learned in this week's Refugee Trivia! Support refugees at: https://refugees.org/wrd/ #WereStillHere #WorldRefugeeDay #WRD2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth. As we commemorate the end of slavery in the United States, we also recognize the courage, resilience, and contributions of Black communities who have continued to shape our nation despite generations of injustice.