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Tanzania
The International Rescue Committee provides critical support to thousands of refugees living in Tanzania as a result of ongoing conflict in neighboring countries.
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Meet Khrystyna: Yoga teacher. Mother. Businesswoman
“When the body, mind and soul are in balance, then a person is happy.” After leaving her home and husband in Ukraine due to war, yoga has helped Khrystyna stay calm during uncertain times. The IRC and Citi Foundation support Khrystyna in her business teaching yoga, as she helps others use it to find happiness. Learn more about Khrystyna's story.
- Video
- September 29, 2023
Join IRC’s Camp Out to Help Local Refugees
Join the IRC in our virtual camp out.
- Announcement
- May 26, 2021
Florida refugees work on front lines making PPE
Originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo, IRC clients John, Beata, Furaha and Dezir were recently hired by a local textile manufacturer that has switched gears to produce personal protective equipment (PPE) for local emergency services departments and front-line workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now in their third week on the job, these resilient new Americans are grateful for the opportunity to work and give back to the community that welcomed them.
- Announcement
- January 20, 2023
Meet Alisa: Mother. Home stager. Business woman.
After fleeing the war in Ukraine for Greece with her family, Alisa wanted to find a purpose that helped her focus on the future. As a trained interior designer, she found home staging for holiday lets in Greece. And with support from the IRC and Citi Foundation, she’s enjoying her new business venture. “When I see the result before and after, I really get a lot of satisfaction because I am pleased with myself and the result.
- Video
- September 29, 2023
Muppets teach emotional coping tactics to refugee children
60 Minutes Correspondent Lesley Stahl learns how to belly breathe from a new Muppet, Basma. Watch the full 60 Minutes report about the partnership of the International Rescue Committee and Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind Sesame Street.
- Video
- February 14, 2023
Utah Clean Energy engages refugees in energy sustainability
The IRC in Salt Lake City partnered with our friends at Utah Clean Energy to provide a comprehensive workshop on energy conservation and sustainability for families currently renting and looking to cut costs in their limited household budgets.
- Announcement
- June 22, 2022
The Trump Administration proposes a new low number for refugee admissions at 15,000 for fiscal year 2021; refugee admissions on hold until President Trump signs new order; IRC calls for swift action to meet the new refugee target
- Press Release
- June 22, 2022
Help Us Welcome Refugees to Richmond Again
The IRC in Richmond Prepares for Increase in Newly Arriving Families
- Announcement
- August 18, 2021
Moving
As of this week, 3 million Syrians have become refugees, forced to flee their homes and their country. Watch and share this video to show your solidarity with the millions whose lives have been devastated by war for more than 3 years.
- Video
- June 27, 2022