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The UK government is being urged to protect HIV funding as the world stands at a historic moment: the possibility of ending the AIDS pandemic by 2030. With US aid cuts threatening progress, Britain could step in and claim this incredible win.
Grammy-winning artist Brandi Carlile turned a single concert into a massive fundraiser, livestreaming her Minneapolis show to raise over $600,000 for immigrants facing detention. The money goes directly to free legal aid for asylum seekers and detained residents.
A California program sends volunteer attorneys to immigration courts to help people who can't afford legal representation. The free assistance helps immigrants understand complex legal proceedings where having a lawyer can make the difference in their case outcomes.
A federal judge struck down Trump administration restrictions that left thousands of immigrants from 39 countries in legal limbo for over six months. The ruling restores access to asylum decisions, green cards, work permits, and citizenship applications.
When families face immigration challenges with nowhere to turn, a group of trained volunteers in Cook County is stepping up to help. The Colibri Fellowship is providing free legal guidance to thousands who can't access attorneys.
When thousands of Minneapolis immigrant families faced economic crisis this year, neighbors responded by raising over $1.5 million in rent relief and feeding 430+ households. Grassroots groups like Juntos Podemos continue organizing fundraisers and distributing groceries, proving community support endures even as headlines fade.
After decades of pioneering global HIV response, the UK faces a critical choice: maintain its leadership in the fight that could end AIDS within six years, or risk undoing progress that has saved 70 million lives.
Maine just became one of the first states to protect immigrant families across schools, healthcare facilities, and housing with sweeping privacy laws. The new measures aim to build trust between immigrant communities and public services.
Michigan is making immigration a cornerstone of its economic future after decades of population decline cost the state federal seats and jobs. Immigrants already drive 60% of population growth and fill critical gaps in healthcare, tech, and manufacturing.
A new podcast is flipping the script on immigration stories by celebrating culture, creativity, and the unexpected connections that unite us all. Freedom to Thrive proves immigrants are far more than their struggles.
Two Virginia counties with century-long growth streaks would be losing population today without immigrants. New data reveals immigration is powering nearly 90% of the state's population growth and keeping its economy humming.
A humanitarian vessel has set sail from Sweden carrying vital supplies for Palestinian families in Gaza. The Handala II represents renewed hope for delivering aid despite recent challenges at sea.
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A Polish immigrant who defied her father and became one of the 1920s' most beloved authors is experiencing a literary renaissance. Anzia Yezierska's powerful stories about immigrant women are finding new readers a century later.
While most of Europe tightens immigration controls, Spain is opening its doors wider with a historic amnesty that could legalize half a million undocumented workers. The country is betting that welcoming immigrants will fuel its booming economy.
Grammy-winning country star Kacey Musgraves used her Chicago concert to raise money for children separated from their parents during immigration proceedings. The singer has made supporting the Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights a mission throughout her 2025 tour.
Costa Rica ranked sixth worldwide for immigrant happiness and leads Latin America in well-being, despite placing 44th overall among 82 countries for immigration destinations. The country's strong healthcare, environmental protection, and community focus continue drawing people seeking quality of life over higher salaries.
While Swiss politicians slash development aid budgets, new surveys reveal the public overwhelmingly supports maintaining or increasing funding to fight global poverty. The data shows Switzerland's humanitarian values remain strong even in uncertain times.
A national scholarship program is accepting applications through February 28th to help immigrant students attend college, regardless of their immigration status. Over 12 years, TheDream.US has already awarded more than 12,000 scholarships to students pursuing their American dream.
Hundreds of Minneapolis residents rallied downtown to protect their immigrant neighbors, peacefully outnumbering a small anti-immigrant group and sending them home within an hour. The community-led response showed how everyday people can stand up for their values without violence.
A new real-time screening system is protecting federal student aid from "ghost student" scams that cost taxpayers over $1 billion. The tool flags suspicious applications before fraudulent payments go out, ensuring aid reaches real students who need it.
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