Navigating the Current Migrant Crisis w/ Krish Vignarajah, President & CEO, Global Refuge

Welcome back to the Fritanga Podcast by the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. In this week’s episode, we explore the urgent need for immigration reform to address the ongoing migrant crisis at the border. Joining us is Krish O'Mara Vignarajah, President and CEO of Global Refuge.
On the pod, we explore:
- The humanitarian crisis resulting from a broken immigration system and the failure of elected officials to enact necessary reforms.
- The global scale of displacement, with over 114 million people affected and the projections of increased migration due to climate change and political instability.
- The importance of investing in stability in regions experiencing turmoil to reduce the need for migration.
- The role of refugee resettlement and a robust asylum system in responding to global crises.
- The power of advocacy, education, and personal connections in combatting fear-mongering and misinformation surrounding immigration.
Krish also discusses the vital work of Global Refuge in providing support and advocacy for vulnerable children, families, and individuals. She emphasizes the importance of engaging in volunteer opportunities, supporting organizations dedicated to immigration advocacy, and fostering personal connections to humanize the immigrant experience.
La lucha sigue. Tune into Fritanga today.
RESOURCES:
Learn more about Global Refuge and their essential work at www.globalrefuge.org/
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 - Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:02:21 - Personal Connection to Immigration
00:03:04 - Current State of the Migrant Crisis
00:05:48 - Surges and Migrant Demographics
00:07:12 - Refugees vs. Asylum Seekers
00:10:48 - Unaccompanied Children
00:12:04 - Misconceptions and Rhetoric
00:16:18 - Solutions and Activism
00:20:21 - Political Dynamics and Xenophobia
00:28:53 - Global Perspectives on Immigration
00:32:38 - Policy Recommendations
00:37:03 - Call to Action for Activists
00:40:26 - Culture Comforts: Music, Food, and Smells
00:44:37 - Closing Remarks and Gratitude
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She should go reform sri Lanka.