Asha is the mother of three young girls and this year she celebrates her first Mother’s Day in the United States. Many refugee parents, like Asha, have overcome extraordinary circumstances to give their children something we all strive for: the opportunity to live a healthy life, free from harm.

A story about Mother's Day around the world featuring Simret Kahsai

On April 12th, Alejandra arrived in Texas, 18 years after her mother first said goodbye in El Salvador.

In honor of Mother's Day, we share the story of two mothers reunited with their children after decades apart thanks to the Central American Minors program and the help of the IRC.

Right now, more than ever, it feels as if everyone in the world could use a hug from their mother, grandmother, or someone else who feels like a mother to them. This Mother’s Day we got the chance to celebrate these women who mean so much to us all, including the many refugee mothers who inspire us daily.

As worsening insecurity, violence and hunger grip Venezuela, a mother who made a painful choice finds hope across the border in Colombia.