Meet Fartun, Nasteho and Halima, who are all fighting to secure a brighter future for their children in Somalia.

Parwana, Afghan parolee and mother of two, is no stranger to overcoming adversity. When her family fled to the U.S. after the Taliban took control of Kabul, she was prepared to face many challenges as they built a new life for themselves in Maryland. “My only goal was for my kids to go to school, my husband to get a job, and I hoped one day I would learn English.”

IRC in NJ reflects on World Refugee Day

The IRC in NY chatted with one client who is a mother figure for her younger sister. They both left Afghanistan in early fall with the hope to be safe. Their mother had passed away and they left behind their family members. The older sister made it a priority to concentrate on what she could change.

As economic collapse and political instability grip Venezuela, a pregnant woman wades across a river to neighboring Colombia for a prenatal checkup she can't get at home.

Lopez has found safety in the United States after seeking refuge from gang violence in Guatemala. He now spends his time doing physical therapy, playing sports, and practicing his English.

Refugee women and girls share their personal journeys and future goals through poems and stories.

In collaboration with the Salt Lake City government, we have created a video that showcases the variety of languages spoken in Utah, sharing advice from their mothers. This annual observance by worldwide organizations such as the UN and UNESCO fosters understanding and inclusivity within communities.

Ask Esther and Simon their favorite time of day and they share the same answer: it's when they see each other.

In Yemen, which has entered its eighth year of war, the IRC delivers lifesaving care through mobile clinics. Spend a typical day with a mobile health team.