Ukraine Emergency: Resources for Refugees

The Russia-Ukraine conflict is ongoing and circumstances are changing rapidly. All information listed below is accurate at the time of publication (February 28, 2022). We at Asylum Access are horrified by the invasion of Ukraine and we stand in solidarity with the Ukrainian people.  We have compiled key information on seeking safety in neighboring countries […]

How can you measure success?

We believe in the work we do because we know that it works. Here’s how. My name is María Fernanda and I am the Operations and Strategy Lead at Asylum Access. I work behind the scenes to help all parts of Asylum Access run efficiently, safely and effectively. A big part of this involves looking […]

It is time to disrupt the system

Asylum Access wants to dismantle the structures that enable refugee exclusion Hello Friend, My name is Sana and as a member of Asylum Access’ global leadership team, I help lead our efforts to achieve the meaningful inclusion of refugees and local civil society within the forced displacement sector. Before I share Asylum Access’ inclusion journey, […]

Our rights cannot wait

The durable solutions on offer for refugees are leaving millions behind. Here’s what we can do differently. Dear Friend, I want to let you in on something. The refugee response sector and the large institutions that fund it are coming to a pretty uncomfortable realization: despite billions in funding, the status quo is not working—there […]

Webinar — Shifting Power in Forced Displacement: Pathways Toward Equitable Partnerships

(En español abajo) On December 14, 2021, we brought together key voices from across our sector to discuss how we can create more inclusive and equitable partnerships among all stakeholders affected by forced displacement for our webinar ‘Shifting Power in Forced Displacement: Pathways Toward Equitable Partnerships’. We invite you to watch the recording below: The […]

New Position Paper: Building Equitable Partnerships

(En español abajo) Asylum Access understands that institutions led by those most affected and those most proximate are undertaking foundational and transformative work for and with their communities. In our sector, those most affected are local civil society organizations, especially refugee-led organizations (RLOs). This understanding stems from our day-to-day engagements, where we see these organizations […]

How Asylum Access is Helping Refugees Get Vaccinated Safely

Around the world, many governments are excluding forcibly displaced communities from vaccination programs.  Asylum Access Mexico When Mexico’s National Vaccination Program was established, it did not mention migrants, people seeking asylum, or refugees. Although they weren’t specifically excluded, there was great uncertainty on whether foreigners in general would have access to the vaccine.  Asylum Access […]

Kicking off the 2021 Annual Appeal

I want to share with you an inside look into Asylum Access as told by some of our incredible team members Dear friends of Asylum Access, Today we’re launching a series of videos with our team–I’m thrilled for you to meet everyone!  We’ll share some exciting new developments in Asylum Access’ work with refugee communities.  […]

What Is The Universal Periodic Review and Why Does It Matter?

Human rights violations transpire in every country. From chronic gun violence to deplorable immigration detention conditions, the 193 United Nations Member States have decided it’s important to hold each other accountable.  Overseen by the United Nations Human Rights Council and organized by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, the Universal […]