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Parental access in schools leads to student success
For children to succeed academically and thrive in their schools, parent engagement is critical. Although parent access within schools may be limited for refugee parents at times, they work to make connections with teachers and support their children’s education.
- Announcement
- June 22, 2022
Mandy Patinkin and Grover talk about the importance of education
Together Sesame Street's Grover and International Rescue Committee ambassador Mandy Patinkin are on a mission to help refugee children. Learn more about the IRC's partnership with Sesame Workshop to address the educational needs of young Syrian refugees in the Middle East.
- Video
- June 27, 2022
"They are our hope for the future..."
Families find hope in the opportunities their children will have in the US
- Announcement
- June 27, 2022
Improving child survival and well-being
Scaling and decentralizing wasting treatment for children experiencing acute malnutrition
- Report
- June 8, 2023
IRC Florida stands in strong opposition to DCF's proposed ruling 65C-9.004
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Florida stands in strong opposition to the Department of Children and Families’ proposed ruling, “65C-9.004: Standards for Unaccompanied Alien Children Homes and Unaccompanied Refugee Minor Programs,” as issued on February 10th, 2022.
- Announcement
- January 20, 2023
Alone and at risk: one Afghan teenager's story
Despite the fact that borders in Europe are closed, children traveling alone continue to attempt a dangerous and impossible journey to find safety. They are at risk of being exploitated by smugglers and beaten by border guards with limited, coordinated services and support in place across the Balkans to ensure their safety and protection. This is the story of one 17-year-old from Afghanistan currently stranded in Serbia.
- Video
- June 27, 2022
Beyond the Lost Year: Five Ways to Improve Education for the Most Vulnerable in 2021
Here are five ways to enhance the education experience for the most vulnerable children starting in 2021
- Report
- January 5, 2021
10 Years of War in Syria: The Lasting Impact of a Childhood Without Peace
This brief presents new analysis on how the war is impacting the wellbeing of children at home, how the IRC's partnership with Sesame Workshop - Ahlan Simsim - is providing solutions for these children, and the actions the international community must take to avoid losing ten more years of childhood to war.
- Report
- March 15, 2021
Meet Elie, a refugee father hopeful for the future
In May, Elie, his wife Delphine, and four children arrived in Salt Lake City from a Kenyan refugee camp. Elie hopes for a better future for his children in Utah as he works hard to achieve his family's dreams.
- Announcement
- June 22, 2022
Youth Program After School Activity Series
The Youth Program department developed and facilitated an After School Activity Series for children 6 to 13 years-old.
- Announcement
- June 27, 2022