Support the IRC in Denver this year on Colorado Gives Day, December 7, 2021!

Two years ago, 29-year-old Eiman landed in Seattle from Afghanistan with her husband and two young sons. She began building a new home here in Washington and with help from the IRC’s Economic Empowerment Program, Eiman pursued a new career as a professional interpreter.

A case study that analyses the potential impact of World Bank financing to support refugees and host communities in Cameroon.

The IRC in Silver Spring spoke with Parwana, an Afghan refugee and changemaker who shares her culture with others through her catering business.

Ways to get involved at the IRC in NY

We are now accepting applications for spring internships! Applications are due by 11:59pm ET on Thursday, November 30. Review of applications will begin on December 1. Interviews will take place in mid-December. Internships run from January 10 through April 12, 2024 (12 weeks total)..

The World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA) is one of the most critical tools at the Bank’s disposal in its mission to end extreme poverty on a livable planet. This makes the IDA replenishment more than just a chance to mobilize funds — it’s a critical opportunity to reshape how development finance works for the communities that need it most.

Living in the U.S. with limited knowledge of the people, social norms and laws is immensely challenging. IRC interpreter, Artem Kulyk, describes the functions of interpretation services at the IRC in Silver Spring and what it means to our clients.