Faith Akovi

Regional Director, IRC-RAI, Former Country Dir, IRC-Liberia. Reg Adv. West Africa Disaster Preparedness Initiative, Ghana. Humanitarian
Views are my own.

[Berkley Center @GUberkleycenter]

Join us and @GUmigration on 11/11 and 11/13 for Caring for the Other: Refugees and Displaced Persons, a conference with faith leaders, scholars, and experts exploring collaborative solutions for supporting #refugees and displaced communities.

RSVP: https://t.co/n2Lzlsl4hx

[IRC - International Rescue Committee @RESCUEorg]

Reminder: Refugees, asylum seekers and immigrants are all human beings with hopes, dreams, and aspirations—and they deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.

[Patrick Oyulu @patrickoyulu]

“…If you are not at the table, you shall be on the ‘Menu’.” @FaithAkovi Regional Director IRC, an influential refugee advocate. #BeTheVoice #NARHC2024 #Minneapolis #Minnesota

[IRC - International Rescue Committee @RESCUEorg]

We're alarmed by new executive actions announced today that would further restrict asylum .

We urge the Biden Administration to reconsider and rescind this harmful action.

Our statement: https://t.co/Gk2iKzvOyk

[IRC - International Rescue Committee @RESCUEorg]

We are horrified by the news of at least 40 Palestinians killed and dozens injured, including women and children, in an Israeli air strike that hit an area housing displaced people last night in Rafah, setting tents on fire.

[Faith Akovi @FaithAkovi]

Help Bring to Safety my Father, Brother, & Family https://t.co/Lug3JpoP7T

Please consider donating to my colleague to help bring her family to safety.

[Hans van de Weerd @hansvandeweerd]

The country will reap great benefits over time as CHNV parolees make significant contributions to their local economies and fill essential jobs. Most importantly, this safe pathway is allowing families to unite once again. https://t.co/mvBa2Bd5Yy
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[Hans van de Weerd @hansvandeweerd]

Had a great discussion with @SecBecerra on this groundbreaking study highlighting the economic contributions of refugees. Welcoming refugees is morally right and wholly feasible!

[IRC - International Rescue Committee @RESCUEorg]

.@GovKathyHochul listened & took action to make the process for thousands of critical temporary jobs to be filled by asylum-seekers working to gain self-sufficiency and make NY greater. We commend this as an example of practical solutions for other states. https://t.co/R1xS6xB9Px

[IRC - International Rescue Committee @RESCUEorg]

Today, the Welcome Corps is celebrating its first anniversary as the flagship program for private sponsorship of refugees in the United States.

Learn more about how everyday Americans are stepping up to directly support refugee resettlement: https://t.co/ioVec3yi7W

[IRC - International Rescue Committee @RESCUEorg]

"What we do know is that when humanitarian need is neglected, it leads to further political instability."

IRC president and CEO @DMiliband discusses our 2024 Emergency Watchlist with @helenachumphrey on @BBCNews.

[UNHCR United States @UNHCRUSA]

“I didn't choose advocacy – it chose me.

It was really born out of necessity in a world that from the start decided to reject me.”

Ayda Zugay's message at the Global #RefugeeForum: https://t.co/jb6Ikug5FH

[UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @Refugees]

For 3 days, 4,200 people took part in the Global #RefugeeForum, mobilizing over 1,600 pledges, including over $2.2 billion for refugees and host communities.

Here is what happened on the final day.

[Faith Akovi @FaithAkovi]

Check out our amazing advisor, @aydazugay! Great piece as we prepare for the official opening of the UN Global Refugee Forum.

[UNHCR United States @UNHCRUSA]

‘Privilege, honor, and profound responsibility.’

U.S. Refugee Advisory Board advocate and former refugee @aydazugay heads to the Global #RefugeeForum.

Here is her message to the world's largest gathering on refugee issues. https://t.co/jb6IkufxQ9

[IRC - International Rescue Committee @RESCUEorg]

"Preserving the protection and functioning of hospitals and safety of civilians with nowhere safe to flee is not just a legal obligation; it’s a moral imperative."
https://t.co/JIX8LgXGco

[IRC - International Rescue Committee @RESCUEorg]

IRC statement: What a “humanitarian ceasefire” means, and why it is necessary for civilians in Gaza https://t.co/ocbFSOzvCt

[International Rescue Committee - UK @RESCUE_UK]

The IRC is calling for urgent funding to help mitigate the impact of El Niño in Kenya and Somalia.

"If immediate measures are not taken, the consequences to lives and livelihoods could be dire," warned the IRC's Kurt Tjossem.

Here's what you need to know 👇

[IRC - International Rescue Committee @RESCUEorg]

We are deeply saddened by the devastation caused by #StormDaniel in the east of Libya. Our thoughts are with those affected during this difficult time.

We are closely following the situation and stand ready to support as needed. https://t.co/rujCqys8mF

[Faith Akovi @FaithAkovi]

Thank you to the @RESCUEorg Los Angeles RAI office/team for a fascinating tour of the New American Center at @LAPublicLibrary this morning!! Impressive 12-year partnership with the City of L.A. to promote immigrant inclusion! #Resettlement #Immigration #diversityandinclusion

[Faith Akovi @FaithAkovi]

Keep making us proud!

[Delou M. Gonsan-Zeo 🇬🇧 🇱🇷 @delou_g]

Proud to be @BarackObama and #Mandela’s Legacy. Grateful for this experience that will last a lifetime. I did this for my little girls - a woman’s place is not in the kitchen. She can be who and what she wants to be with support of global platforms like the @WashFellowship