The English language is no piece of cake. This is what happened when Rabab, who completed the IRC's leadership course, asked the public to explain some popular British sayings. Learning English is key for refugees looking for work in the UK or trying to integrate into their new communities. But often, refugees aren't given the support they need.

"Mothers are the people who rock the baby in one hand and rock the world in the other.” Single mum Zahra loved her job working as a TV anchor in Afghanistan. But in August 2021, everything changed. Her family had to flee Afghanistan, and they became refugees in the UK. With support from the International Rescue Commitee, Zahra and her children are rebuilding their lives and her dreams are as strong as ever.

For children who have fled war, starting school in a new place with different languages and cultures is daunting. When refugee children are given the right support school can transform into a place where they can heal from some of the trauma they have faced.