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The mission of the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. Domestically, our 29 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency. The Des Moines, IA office was opened in July of 2022, serving more than 200 refugees in its first year.

Pride month is celebrated every June, in remembrance of the Stonewall Riots, a series of gay liberation protests that took place in New York City in 1969. This commemorative month recognizes the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI+) people have had locally, nationally, and internationally, while also illuminating some of the key issues persisting for this community, in order to prompt change and work towards safety and inclusion for everyone. 

While the global economy is predicted to have a “soft landing”, countries like Sudan are facing a cost-of-living catastrophe.

Mansora, 19, recalls how her life changed after the Taliban gained control of Kabul and shares her hopes and dreams for her future in Phoenix, Arizona.

Please take a look at the vast paid job opportunities and internship positions at IRC in San Diego. These positions range from fully remote and hybrid to in-person. Please click each link for more information!

Meet five inspirational women who have overcome adversity to break down barriers and forge their own paths forward.

Find out how the IRC and Sesame Workshop partnered to create the largest early childhood intervention in the history of humanitarian response.

Find out how the IRC and our partners collaborate to deliver humanitarian assistance where it's needed most.