As members of the Interfaith Immigration Coalition, we invite you to join this important action.
NATIONAL REFUGEE CALL-IN DAY
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th
Urge the U.S. to lead by example on refugee protection & resettlement
We are just days away from two historic refugee summits organized by the United Nations and by President Obama. On September 19 and 20 world leaders will meet in New York City to discuss how to help millions of refugees who desperately need safe homes.
Unfortunately, Congress is considering legislation that would keep refugee resettlement funding at last year’s levels. This is unacceptable as we anticipate 100,000 refugees to be resettled in the U.S. next year, compared to 75,000 refugees planned for last year. Strong welcome and integration support for new arrivals requires adequate funding.
Please call your members of Congress today to let them to know that you support refugee resettlement.
CALL YOUR SENATOR & REPRESENTATIVE TODAY
1-866-940-2439 – Representative
1-866-961-4293 – Senators
Here’s a sample script:
"Hello my name is _______ and I live in __________. I would like to leave a message. I support refugee resettlement and want to see the U.S. resettle more refugees. I urge Congress to increase funding for refugee assistance internationally and refugee resettlement in the United States. In particular, the U.S. government should stop detaining and deporting Central American refugees, and should instead ensure they have full, meaningful access to protection and asylum."
One more action: Have you signed the refugee postcard?
Please also sign this postcard to President Obama and Congress, calling on the U.S. to lead by example at the refugee summits.
Please share this with your friends and urge them to sign and call Congress today!