One of the IRC’s goals in resettling refugees is to ensure that youth and adults have high levels of livelihood, literacy, numeracy and social-emotional skills. To that end, volunteers in NJ are currently facilitating English language instruction for refugees resettled in the Elizabeth area.

During the months of July and August, the IRC in Wichita received an outpouring of love from Kansans all over the state. When we welcome refugees, they shape the world for the better. We thank you for being the proof that a connected and welcoming world creates opportunities for us all.

IRC Denver welcomes new Executive Director Tanya Vitusagavulu

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) and the Center for Global Development (CGD) have been closely following the rollout of the IDA18 sub-window for refugee hosting nations, particularly in East Africa (Ethiopia, Uganda), West Africa (Cameroon, Chad), and Asia (Bangladesh). Drawing on original research and analysis, as well as field visits, this note identifies a few clear successes and areas for improvement.

A quick quiz on how animals help the IRC comfort our clients.

From coffee and catering to clothing and jewelry, here are nine small businesses owned by refugees.

The IRC in Dallas highlights a long-time partner--Northridge Presbyterian Church.

The IRC in Elizabeth's mentor program offers clients and volunteers the opportunity to connect, develop, and support as clients grow into their new homes in New Jersey.

In May students from the University of Kansas School of Medicine Pediatrics department shared an evening with 30 high school students in IRC Wichita’s Refugee and Immigrant Student Empowerment Program, (RISE). The evening was an opportunity for the pediatric medical residents to meet some of the RISE members and for RISE members to connect with their community. 

Fourteen newcomer students committed five weeks of their summer vacation to learn about food justice and give back to their community! Read all about the Youth Roots summer internship program.