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... in the United States, 1781 – Present , which focused on the question of "Who gets to be an American?" and how ... For example, the period highlighting America’s “War on Drugs” happened concurrently with U.S. efforts to roll ... of Communism 1971–Present: Declaration of the “War on Drugs” 1980s–1990s: Beyond Containment, the Rolling ...
September, 2024
Data Tool
... five miles from downtown Detroit and surrounded by Detroit on most sides, became the first city to elect an all-Muslim ... and why different groups have had to move; shed a light on restrictive policies the federal, state, and local ...
October, 2024
Infographic
... this process intentionally, with our first year focused on collective discovery, knowing it takes time to genuinely ... the year, the working group curated articles and resources that were shared with GCIR staff and board members ... board, and we thank our colleagues for partnering with us on this learning journey. Education is an ongoing process, ...
November 9, 2023
Blog Post
... Dear Colleagues: In light of the intensifying attacks on immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers, I want to keep ... DACA implementation, the DOTD network now comprises 20 sites in 15 states working to expand legal services, outreach ... to new challenges that arise, and provide the support and resources you have come to rely upon. While we will have less ...
July 31, 2018
President's Message
... people who are not U.S. citizens . . . You’re preying on people’s fears and if you can do that successfully, ... work to support and invest in. Funders can: Move resources to build the narrative power necessary to change ... state-level efforts to extend access to Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) to those without ...
March 13, 2024
President's Message
... the face of these challenges, GCIR doubled-down this year on developing programming, resources, and partnerships that reflect our dedication to ... Over three days, we explored how to leverage philanthropic resources in support of people who move, enjoyed meaningful ...
December 17, 2024
Blog Post
... profiling, xenophobic public narratives, and attacks on civil liberties. We can do better. Any investment made ... power and infrastructure. As a starting point, we call on funders to invest in long-term safety and security work ... organizations, will host a webinar in the new year on strategies for supporting this much needed safety and ...
November 13, 2023
President's Message
... and we explored ways to educate and mobilize people on issues that directly impact their communities. In the ... how the work of groups like T.E.J.A.S is moving the needle on environmental justice in the East End. A common theme I ... refugees. I returned from GCIR’s convening with tools, resources, and new friendships that will last a lifetime. ...
July 13, 2022
Blog Post
... of oppression inflict harm upon and withhold power and resources from people who seek to stay, move freely, work, ... systemic challenges. As such: We will mobilize resources and create spaces for learning by modeling and ... work possible. We are excited and grateful to embark on this next part of our organizational journey with you, and ...
February 7, 2023
President's Message
... unjust global economic and political system that relies on the exploitation and oppression of migrants worldwide. ... only their strategies but also the opportunities they see on the horizon. We are excited to partner with you and with ...
June 29, 2023
President's Message
This four-page timeline summarizes immigrant and refugee policy developments and philanthropic responses from 1990 to 2020.
March, 2020
Infographic
... future of our country, it is essential that we double down on our commitment to honoring the rights and dignity of all ... with public and private partners – to provide the resources needed to address the movement of people in a ... family, and the lives of vulnerable populations, including children . America best demonstrates our values when we ...
September 11, 2024
Statement
... Fund Private Fund Will Support Migrant Families and Unaccompanied Children in Partnership with Public Investment ... fund, California philanthropy and Governor Newsom build on the success of their partnership in 2020, when they ... helping to receive, disburse, and manage these critical resources to get them to heavily impacted border regions and ...
May 14, 2021
Press Release
... not valid. However, I am a Zambian who was born and raised on the Continent and was exposed to a multitude of ... the Western world and global north holds all the power and resources – what we as Africans had was in fact enough to ... the organization and gained more exposure to the lack of resources and the systemic barriers experienced by ...
November 9, 2023
GCIR Board Feature
On January 20 th – a day meant to honor the legacy of Dr. ... In his first term, the president-elect kept his word on immigration: he said he was going to separate families, and he did, with thousands of children brutally locked in cages and kept from their ...
January, 2025
Funding Recommendations
... and militarism inflict harm upon—and withhold power and resources from—people and communities who seek to stay, to ... Informed by this analysis, we will: Mobilize resources by modeling and encouraging philanthropic practices ... in which: Immigrant and refugee communities will have the resources and capital to self-determine. The leadership and ...
February, 2023
Organization Materials
This two-page infographic covers major policy developments for immigrants and refugees between 1990 and 2015, as well as the efforts over that time period by GCIR, our members, and partners.
January, 2016
Infographic
... right time, avoiding the temptation to conduct learning on absolutely everything. This principle is about being strategic about the use of our resources for maximum impact. Collaborative. If we are to ... need to harness the creativity and experience of everyone on the team, as well as stakeholders like funders and ...
April 6, 2023
GCIR Staff Feature
... impact. What I enjoy most about my role is working on granting unrestricted funds to our Arab American ... the conference was willing to address some topics head-on and not mince words, particularly on the ongoing genocide in Gaza and attacks on Lebanon. It is ...
November 21, 2024
Blog Post