Don't allow fear to silence voices of compassion.
National and International Refugee Advocacy Organizations
International Resuce Committee
Refugee Council USA
UNCHR - The UN Refugee Agency
White House Campaign -#AidRefugees
Refugee Council USA
UNCHR - The UN Refugee Agency
White House Campaign -#AidRefugees
On March 14, 2016, Representatives Raul Labrador (R-ID) and Bob Goodlatte (R-VA) introduced the Refugee Program Integrity Restoration Act of 2016, which would drastically reduce and cap refugee admissions in the United States. This Act would drastically reduce and cap refugee admissions; place refugees under continual surveillance after they have arrived; and create new procedures that would significantly and potentially indefinitely delay resettlement for many refugees whose lives are in danger.
Read World Relief's statement about this bill. Write your elected official about this bill. |
Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe is receiving backlash because of his continued support of Syrian refugees. Refugee allies are asked to call the Governor's office to voice their support. The number is 804-786-2211.
Rocktown Rallies also recognizes the value of a personal touch, and we urge all refugee allies to write Governor McAuliffe a handwritten "thank you" note. |