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Guatemala is Not a Safe Third Country

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Gloria's Story

Celebrating the brave women who escape persecution in the pursuit of safety for themselves and their families.

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The Freedom for Detained Refugees Project

Announcing a Three-Pronged Initiative to Combat the Imprisonment of Refugees in the United States

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On the Ground at the Southern Border

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On human rights, the United States must be a beacon. America is strongest when our policies and actions match our values.More

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August 13, 2019

Recipients of 2019 Marvin E. Frankel Award for Pro Bono Service Announced

August 08, 2019

New Report Documents Lives in Danger, Denial of Due Process under Remain in Mexico

August 07, 2019

First Remain in Mexico Refugee Granted Asylum, Yet Government Threatens to Return Him to Danger

August 05, 2019

A Resolution in 9/11 Trial Still Elusive Despite Best Efforts for Justice

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Eleanor Acer

As the director of Human Rights First’s Refugee Protection program, Eleanor Acer oversees Human Rights First’s research and advocacy on issues relating to refugee protection, asylum, and migrants...

August 08, 2019

New Report Documents Lives in Danger, Denial of Due Process under Remain in Mexico

August 01, 2019

Sweeping Guatemala Agreement Illegal and Inhumane