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CWS Responds to State of the Union, Expresses Concern over Call to Renew Legislation that Would Shut Down Access to Asylum in the Face of Division

March 7, 2024

CWS Renews Call for a Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza   Washington, D.C.—Following tonight’s State of the Union address by President Biden, Church World Service expresses its concern over the framing of key immigration and humanitarian issues that impact hopeful new Americans. The organization readily acknowledges the need to address the economic and social worries the president raised in tonight’s address, …

On Two-Year Anniversary of Ukraine Invasion, CWS Honors the Lost and Displaced, Celebrates our New Neighbors

February 27, 2024

Washington, D.C.—Church World Service today marked the two-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, by renewing its pledge to stand with the Ukrainian people—including those still living bravely in their country, and those forced from their homes. Over the past two years, millions upon millions of Ukrainians have sought refuge in North America and in Europe, many have built …

CWS Launches Northern California Office to Welcome New Americans, Aid in Joining our Communities

February 21, 2024

Walnut Creek, CA – Church World Service announced the launch of its new Northern Californian office to provide service to new Californians, including by distributing hygiene and school supplies, directing services to recent migrants, legal support for newcomers, and resources to better understand and identify human trafficking. CWS will do this in partnership with local residents, congregations, and partners on …

CWS Joins with Churches for Middle East Peace, Calling on President Biden for an Immediate, Comprehensive Ceasefire in Gaza

February 15, 2024

Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) Executive Director Rev. Dr. Mae Elise Cannon joined 22 church-based denominational leaders, including Rick Santos, President and CEO of Church World Service, in a letter to President Biden. Washington, D.C.—Church World Service today joined with Churches for Middle East Peace and 22 other faith leaders in a letter to President Biden calling for an …

Border Bill would Pit the Persecuted Against the Persecuted—Benefiting Some, at the Expense of Moral Leadership

February 5, 2024

Washington, DC—Church World Service today condemned restrictions on access to protection for asylum seekers and newcomers in legislation released Sunday. Negotiated by a small, bipartisan group of senators in partnership with the Biden administration—against the wishes of faith communities, service providers, and those who would be directly-impacted—the proposal would continue dismantling crucial protections and undermine the credibility of the United States. CWS urges policymakers …