The IRC in Phoenix is committed to supporting newly arrived refugees on their journey from harm to home. As part of that commitment, we provide refugees with the basics they will need to start rebuilding their lives here in the U.S. Join our efforts by gathering much-needed in-kind donations to assist newly arrived refugee families and individuals as they work to regain control of their future and positively integrate into our community.

Many Afghan female-identifying women* arrived in New York City with their education and economic goals as part of their resettling journey. This past year in 2022, the IRC in NY’s Education & Learning (E&L) team designed a program for Afghan women.

Four reasons why the International Rescue Committee’s Emergency Watchlist ranks South Sudan among the top 10 countries most at risk of experiencing a worsening humanitarian crisis in 2023.

Bob Marshall and Michael LaPointe of Biga Pizza have gone above and beyond to support new Americans in Missoula. In 2020, Biga Pizza began partnering with the IRC in Missoula to employ newly arrived refugees. Michael, with over twenty years of restaurant experience, has been instrumental in this initiative, recognizing the challenges refugees face and providing them with the support needed to adapt to a new culture and work environment. This commitment has not only benefited the employees but has also enriched the entire Missoula community, showcasing the profound impact of compassion and inclusivity in business.

Leidi, a widowed mother of two, arrived in Atlanta as a refugee from Guatemala. With the support of the IRC, she found safety, secured employment, and began establishing a stable future for her family. Today, they are thriving and optimistic about their continued growth, exemplifying the transformative power of community and compassion.

The family are now rebuilding their lives in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Learn how the IRC has been on the ground in Ukraine and neighboring countries, supporting people whose lives have been disrupted by the conflict.

A record high of 110 million people have fled their homes in search of safety and stability. This is more than any other time since World War II.

People arriving at the U.S. border have the legal right to request asylum without being criminalized, turned back or separated from their children.

The IRC in Salt Lake City partnered with the Rape Recovery Center to increase education opportunities focused on sexual violence prevention education, focusing on engaging groups of men and boys to access vital resources and engage in group discussion.