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The Career Development Program at the IRC in Silver Spring connects clients with the tools and resources they need to move past self-sufficiency towards career-building and financial success. The IRC shares the story of a program participant and the success of a recent career development event hosted by the IRC, in partnership with Accenture.

One of the IRC's first priorities when refugees arrive in Northern California is to help employable adults secure jobs that will allow them to begin covering expenses and building a new life. Some clients arrive with the professional background and necessary skills to pursue a career similar to that in their home country. To help with this, the IRC offers career development programming to clients who have already secured their survival job and are interested and ready to move forward. 

Reflecting on RYSA's 19th year, celebrating this DREAM team.

Former refugees eagerly look forward to connecting with their neighbors, attending English classes in person and experiencing the “real U.S.”

The International Rescue Committee in Salt Lake City is rapidly responding to the humanitarian crisis that continues to unfold in Afghanistan by preparing to help Afghan families soon to arrive to Utah settle into their new home.

A summary of the IRC in Denver's 2024 Season of Giving Toy Drive.

The IRC in Silver Spring's Economic Empowerment program has expanded its offerings to include classes on financial literacy.

Women are able to improve English and progress towards employment and furthering their education through IRC's Women's Empowerment Program.