C013 (Migration with Dignity)

House of Bishops Message #43

The House of Bishops informs the House of Deputies that on Jun 24, 2024 it considered resolution C013 (Migration with Dignity). The house acted to:

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Resolved, the House of Deputies concurring,

That, acknowledging that grave and serious mistreatment of ethnic minorities, migrants, and refugees is on the rise in the midst of record migration, the 81st General Convention, consistent with resolutions of previous General Conventions, declare itself to be in support of Migration with Dignity for all, including refugees, asylum seekers, displaced persons, and those who cross borders in search of opportunity; and be it further

Resolved, That the 81st General Convention directs the Office of Government relations to promote Migration with Dignity in its work with the Federal Government. Advocating for the enforcement of existing laws and policies that uphold these principles, and supporting the enactment of new laws and policies guaranteeing the adoption of these Migration with Dignity Principles.