Welcoming newcomers since 1939 through advocacy, care, and empowerment. Formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS).

We help people seeking safety from persecution in their home countries and reunite families torn apart by conflict. We resettle refugees. We protect vulnerable children who arrive alone in the United States. We advocate for compassion and justice for all migrants.

Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service is a champion for all uprooted people. Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers.

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Global Refuge

Global Refuge's headquarters in Baltimore, United States

Krish O'Mara Vignarajah

Geri O’donoghue

Megan Bracy

F. Andrew Pepito

Erin Taylor

Andrew G. Steele

The Case Management Team at Global Refuge plays a crucial role in providing personalized support to refugees and migrants throughout their resettlement journey. They assess individual needs, connect clients with essential resources, and advocate for their rights and well-being, ensuring a smooth transition into their new lives. Through collaboration and dedicated care, the team empowers newcomers to overcome obstacles and build a brighter future.

Case Management Team

The Quality Assurance and Program Support team at Global Refuge ensures that the organization's programs effectively meet the needs of refugees and migrants while upholding the highest standards of service delivery. This team monitors and evaluates program outcomes, develops quality assurance protocols, and supports various departments in achieving compliance and improving practices. Through data analysis and advocacy, they play a crucial role in enhancing the impact of the organization’s efforts to empower newcomers.

Quality Assurance and Program Support

The Operational Management team at Global Refuge oversees the organization's internal operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in supporting newcomers. This team is responsible for strategic planning, financial management, human resources, and grant administration, enabling the delivery of essential services to refugees and vulnerable populations. By fostering collaboration and optimizing resources, they help the organization fulfill its mission of advocacy, care, and empowerment for those seeking safety and a new beginning.

Operational Management

The Leadership Team at Global Refuge is responsible for setting strategic direction and overseeing the organization's operations to ensure effective advocacy and support for newcomers and refugees. Comprised of executive leaders in communications, development, finance, human resources, and programs, the team collaborates to enhance the organization's impact, foster community engagement, and ensure sustainable growth in serving vulnerable populations. Their collective expertise guides policy initiatives and resource allocation, positioning Global Refuge as a leading voice for compassion and justice in the migration landscape.

Leadership Team

The Human Resources and Recruitment team at Global Refuge is responsible for attracting, hiring, and retaining talent committed to the organization's mission of assisting refugees and migrants. This team focuses on developing competitive compensation and benefit packages, streamlining recruitment processes, and fostering a diverse workplace culture, ensuring that the right individuals are in place to effectively advocate for and support vulnerable communities.

Human Resources and Recruitment

The Marketing and Communications team at Global Refuge is dedicated to amplifying the organization's mission and initiatives through strategic messaging and outreach. They craft compelling narratives that highlight the experiences of newcomers, advocate for policy change, and engage with donors and the community to foster support for refugee resettlement and protection efforts. This team works collaboratively to ensure that the voices of those they serve are heard and understood, ultimately driving awareness and action for vulnerable populations.

Global Refuge

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Case Management Team

Quality Assurance and Program Support

Operational Management

Leadership Team

Human Resources and Recruitment

Marketing and Communications

Offices

Global Refuge

Org chart

Teams

Case Management Team

Quality Assurance and Program Support

Operational Management

Leadership Team

Human Resources and Recruitment

Marketing and Communications

Offices

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