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With first case of COVID-19 confirmed in Kutupalong, Bangladesh - the world’s largest refugee camp - IRC calls for a rapid scale of support to save lives
- Press Release
- June 27, 2022
Mandy Patinkin meets a talented new friend in Serbia
On a visit with the IRC to Serbia, IRC Ambassador Mandy Patinkin befriended a 10-year-old Afghan refugee -- and artist -- named Farhad.
- Video
- June 27, 2022
Building economies and communities that thrive: the case for investing in refugee workforce development
Collaborating with the IRC on RescueWorks offers companies a chance to grow the workforce and talent in new markets and expand business while affirming company commitments to social impact and community engagement.
- Resource
- October 10, 2019
As Ukraine war reaches one month mark, IRC needs assessment shows need for strong integration support in refugee-hosting countries
- Press Release
- March 24, 2022
IRC deeply disappointed at Biden Administration decision to maintain Trump-era refugee cap - calls for increased admissions goal in light of unprecedented global need
- Press Release
- June 22, 2022
In search of safety
The Norwegian Refugee Council and the International Rescue Committee issued a scathing report outlining the recent humanitarian failures in Fallujah, Iraq as a direct consequence of the military operation to retake the city.
- Report
- July 19, 2016
"Empty": One year after the travel ban
A year ago, the Trump administration put into effect a travel ban on thousands of refugees. Since then, it has done everything in its power to sabotage the resettlement program altogether any way it could. Help us save refugee resettlement in the U.S. Stand with the banned: Take action today
- Video
- June 27, 2022
Hi, I’m Yousif from Iraq and I want you to meet my super mom
For as long as he can remember, 10-year-old Yousif has shared a passion for baking with his mother. The two are a dynamic duo in the kitchen, making traditional Iraqi dishes and sweets to help them savor memories of their homeland.
- Article
- March 29, 2023
Dimitra’s stuffed tomatoes recipe
Earlier this year, the IRC in Greece hosted cooking workshops for refugee and local women living on the island of Lesbos. Some of the women who took part talked to us about their experience and shared their recipes.
- Article
- October 25, 2022
New Roots, Charlottesville
Each year, the International Rescue Committee in Charlottesville resettles some 200 refugees, helping them to achieve economic self-sufficiency, a sense of security and social integration. Through the New Roots program, refugees are able to share their heritage and build healthy lives in Charlottesville. This short film tells the stories of a few notable growers who are doing just that.
- Video
- April 13, 2022