In this report, La Follette students assess the effectiveness of a financial program for humanitarian migrants. 

Summary

This report uses a combination of both existing literature and data analysis to assess the effectiveness of the International Rescue Committee’s financial capability program. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a resettlement agency that helps people affected by humanitarian crises rebuild their lives. One of the biggest challenges humanitarian migrants face once arriving in a host country is navigating the new financial landscape. The IRC has developed a financial capability program that offers humanitarian migrants financial empowerment services such as comprehensive financial education, personalized financial coaching, and access to tailored financial products. This report recommends that the IRC invest in high-quality data collection procedures and receive federal funding for financial capability programs. 

Information

  • Course: Workshop in Public Affairs, PA 869 taught by J. Michael Collins, Spring 2024
  • Authors: Jon Bechard, Min-Jung Jun, Amelia Lowe, Awa Maiga, Migena Vula, and Hnub Xiong
  • Client: International Rescue Committee

More information can be found on the La Folette website, including the full report and press release. 

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