Perspectives from Fatou, Veronica and Amrah

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year. Read about them here.

Millions of girls around the world face discrimination and lack of opportunity. Their voices aren’t always heard or needs considered.

The IRC in NJ continues to serve the Afghan community across all departments. Women in Action (WIA) is a career development program embedded in the IRC in NJ’s Refugee Career Pathways program. The goal of WIA is to help participants identify personal and career goals in a supportive environment, embrace an active role in building family economic self-sufficiency, and increase connections with a wider community.  

The ripple effects of the war can be felt across the globe.