Not only do many Afghan girls grow up in remote villages without schools, all girls over the age of twelve are now barred from formal education.

Learn more about the ongoing crisis in Congo.

In the heart of Northern California—one of the most diverse parts of the United States—volunteers play a critical role helping newcomers welcomed by the IRC.

On Monday, July 22nd, the IRC in Denver hosted a special screening of PBS12's HUMANIZE at their office followed by an intense and lively Q&A.

In 2022 IRC Seattle started a sewing program called New Americans Artisan Collective to promote women’s empowerment through handicrafts. The inaugural class was launched in the fall, comprised entirely of refugee women from Afghanistan. On December 16th, the program proudly celebrated as the first cohort of six women graduated.

At the third annual New American Dream Lab, three aspiring entrepreneurs shared their stories, hopes and dreams for their small businesses—competing for a grand prize of $2,500.

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