The Refugee Advocacy Lab

06/21/2026

From evacuation to advocacy, Sarwat's courage has only grown. This , in spite of the immense challenges we face, forcibly displaced people and welcomers alike are courageously showing up and making our voices heard. What does courage mean to YOU?

06/20/2026

One year ago, more than 420 individuals from 12 countries, 44 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico signed the pledge, affirming their commitment to coming together—one act of welcome at a time—to build stronger communities where everyone can thrive.
Today, in honor of , we’re celebrating the ways these Welcomers have lived that commitment, one small act of welcome at a time.
✨See them in action!
https://www.refugeeadvocacylab.org/resources/the-wewillwelcome-pledge-in-action

06/05/2026

⏰Today’s the last day to submit through photos, videos, or written reflections the act of welcome you completed as part of the pledge!
Share how you’ve helped keep your community welcoming and celebrate alongside hundreds of your neighbors!
http://tiny.cc/WeWillWelcomeSubmissions
Want to join the movement? Sign the pledge now! ⬇️
http://bit.ly/WelcomingPledge

06/04/2026

Did you sign the pledge? We want to celebrate YOU and your efforts to keep your community welcoming!
Submit through photos, videos, or written reflections the act of welcome you completed by June 5th! ⬇️
http://tiny.cc/WeWillWelcomeSubmissions
Want to join the movement? Sign the pledge now! ⬇️
http://bit.ly/WelcomingPledge

06/01/2026

Almost one year ago, 400+ individuals from 12 countries, 44 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico signed the pledge, affirming their commitment to coming together—one act of welcome at a time—to build stronger communities where everyone can thrive.
Though many of our neighbors—especially people who are immigrants and refugees—continue to feel uncertain and afraid, your act of welcome helped to show them they're not alone.
As we approach , we want to celebrate YOU and your efforts to keep your community welcoming.
Submit through photos, videos, or written reflections the act of welcome you completed! ⬇️
http://tiny.cc/WeWillWelcomeSubmissions
Want to join the movement? Sign the pledge now! ⬇️
http://bit.ly/WelcomingPledge

05/28/2026

NEW RESOURCE: The Lab, , Refugee Council USA (RCUSA), & Refugee Congress are excited to release an interactive Risk Assessment worksheet, designed to help our community, and immigrant and refugee leaders, with navigating the potential risks involved in attending public and private events.

The resource includes:
✅ Event-related considerations
✅ Personal risk factors
✅ A risk mitigation planning checklist
✅ Resource Appendix

While not legal advice, this tool aims to support informed decision-making, preparedness, and confidence for those navigating public participation and visibility. Meaningful dialogue and community engagement should be approached with care, clarity, and agency.

Access the full worksheet now: https://www.refugeestorytellerscollective.org/stories/making-informed-decisions

05/28/2026

Thank you to our partners and vendors for our Refugee Week USA event, Courage Together!

These organizations have uplifted the DMV community and beyond through arts, culture, and advocacy. Come meet them at our workshops, purchase souvenirs at the open bazaar, or make a donation!

🗓️Thursday, June 18. See you soon in D.C.!

Link to purchase tix in bio 🎉

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05/19/2026

Listen in as the Lab's Executive Director Kate Brick shares how, in states across the country, communities are coming together to not only stop bills that would harm our communities, but pass bills at the state level that help our newcomer neighbors thrive and ensure everyone has access to trained, culturally responsive healthcare.

Our local partner, the Coalition of Refugee Service Agencies, saw this firsthand in Georgia this year and the Lab is proud to support these efforts.