GenR Dallas member, Hala, writes her thoughts on interpreting for a Syrian family home visit.

IRC recognizes one refugee who is the first person in his family to graduate high school in the United States: Congratulations Janvier!

In light of recent events, many newcomer families in the U.S. are at-risk of losing their jobs or may have challenges finding work, leading to financial hardship. The IRC in Northern California is asking for eGift Cards to help these families with food security and other pressing needs during this trying time.

The IRC in Denver completes another fantastic summer program making significant strides in reaching more families and adopting a multi-generational approach.

Fatima arrived to the United States with her two children from Togo soon after her husband had to flee and seek asylum in 2016. Her family resettled as refugees, working hard to rebuild their lives in the Beehive State. Fatima has been driven by the desire to ensure her family’s success in their new home. 

As the war in Ukraine escalated in 2022, Alisa had one priority: to protect her family by starting a life elsewhere.

Ritiek (Reh - teek), her mom, and her younger sister were one of the many families forced to flee Afghanistan in 1995. Four years later, they were welcomed in Tucson, Arizona in the summer of 1999. She and her family were the first Afghan refugees to be resettled in Tucson, Arizona. 

The IRC in Richmond asked our newest families for what they were most wishing. Help us count down to #GivingTuesday by donating via our Amazon Wish Lists.

The IRC in Salt Lake City’s team of trained interpreters help families overcome challenges and access the services they need by breaking down language barriers.