During the evacuation from Afghanistan, many families were separated and displaced. Leaving your home country and culture can be difficult for a number of reasons. Aminullah and his wife, Farzana, were two of more than 124,000 people evacuated out of Afghanistan through Operation Allies Refuge. Read about their experience.

The IRC in Wichita has several open internship positions available.

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Arizona commemorates the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. The United Nations designated June 26th as it marks when the UN Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishments came into effect in 1987. Yet in 2021, over 30 years later, torture continues to permeate societies around the world, despite torture being an international crime.

Mahsa, a young, bright, and promising student, had recently completed her high school education in Afghanistan and was eagerly pursuing her academic aspirations at a public university. During the Utah legislative session, she used her voice and her story to help pass a bill that enabled refugees to obtain in-state tuition rates at Utah universities.

The IRC in NJ's emergency fund empowers staff to quickly serve those in need.

Taking a look at Housing in NY

The support of volunteers and partners, especially in 2022, has been remarkable! Take a look at a few highlights from successful housing partnerships in New York!

How many people do you know with three names?  Probably none. Well, now you do…