Press Releases

Washington, D.C.—In response to the vilification of Haitian newcomers over false reports of abuse of animals, Church World Service today called for a halt of demonization of new members of our community, and a repudiation of racist tropes that undermine not only those fleeing danger, but of our communities overall. “Haitian-Americans and newcomers should not be dehumanized nor ostracized. Our …

Washington, D.C.—Church World Service today called for a balanced, less punitive approach to addressing the challenges posed by migration along the U.S. Southern Border. The response to the continued challenges posed by migration along the border must always seek to protect the rights and dignity of all migrants. The increased funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and …

Washington, D.C.—Church World Service today celebrated the reintroduction of the NO BAN Act, legislation that would shield against future attempts to ban entry into the United States on the basis of national origin or religion. The bill would expand immigration protections to prohibit discrimination based on religion and limit executive authority to issue restrictions prejudicial against those displaced from counties …

New York City– In honor of the life of James T. Morris at the time of his passing, CWS President Emeritus Rev. John McCullough issued the following statement: “Jim Morris was a consummate humanitarian and ecumenist. He not only lent to CWS the benefit of his global gravitas as leader of the World Food Programme, but also challenged to expand …

For Immediate Release: July 9, 2024  Contact: cmpp_info@cwsglobal.org CMPP National Board Announces Third Subrecipient Solicitation for Case Management Pilot Program (CMPP) New Yok City– CMPP’s National Board is seeking subrecipients to implement the Case Management Pilot Program, inviting community-based service providers from around the country to apply for funding to provide voluntary case management and associated services to non-detained, noncitizens …