This summer, children seeking asylum in the U.S. participated in the IRC in LA’s first ever ESL and financial literacy program. On their last day, they received certificates of completion and celebrated with IRC staff and volunteers. It may be their first “graduation” here in the U.S., but we’re certain it won’t be their last.

Rosine and Carine were just 15 years old when they were abducted, raped and forced to marry soldiers. They bravely share their stories in hope that they will raise awareness of the need to do more to protect children in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

A 16-year-old Afghan boy in Greece hopes to be reunited with his brother in Germany. Illustrator Ada Jusic brings Ali's story to life.

The IRC in NJ is hard at work through this crisis.

Learn about Colorado Gives Day, and support the IRC in Denver with your donation!

IRC in Denver provides support for state House Bill 23-1117. 

Meet Averil Loucks from the IRC in Denver. After working in the humanitarian sector across the globe, she's back home in Colorado, making a difference one day at a time.

Like all immigrant populations, Black immigrants' contributions to science, art, food, sports and more are part of the history and development of the United States.