NEW! As Syrian civil society adapts to sweeping change after the overthrow of the Assad regime, CVT announces a new project for further work with partners inside Syria to address the impact of torture, enforced disappearances and widespread human rights violations. “As the doors of the notorious Sednaya prison were finally forced opened in December 2024, we committed ourselves to continue our work with Syrian survivors who have bravely endured the unimaginable,” said Dr. Simon Adams, CVT president and CEO. We’re proud to work with ADMSP رابطة معتقلي ومفقودي سجن صيدنايا and International Center for Transitional Justice (ICTJ). Read the press release: https://www.cvt.org/statements/cvt-expanding-support-to-syrian-survivors-of-torture/ (fb)

What’s going on with temporary protected status (TPS)? There have been updates to TPS for multiple countries; the details are complicated and litigation is pending for many of these, but here is a summary for May 20, 2025. Note that this information is good today but subject to change. Clients with TPS should consult with their immigration attorney. (fb)