Eight years of war in Syria has devastated the entire country. But instead of recounting hardships, these Syrian girls living in Jordan talk about their dreams, ambitions, abilities…and their favorite things.

As another caravan of Central American survivors of violence and abuse makes its way to the United States border, here’s what you need to know about the situation.  

When Diana Muturia had to leave college and take a job cleaning homes, she thought she’d let her family down. Today, she’s using her experience to build an innovative new business.

Learn how conflict and climate change interact to form a compounded crisis in the Central Sahel, one of the world’s most vulnerable regions.

The 21st Annual Big Sky Documentary Film Festival (Feb 16 - Feb 25) brings fascinating stories to Missoula every year! For individuals looking to learn more about the refugee experience, global conflict, and immigration in the United States, there are many beautiful films to choose from. Here is a list of recommendations from the IRC in Missoula!

Hear what life is like for three families affected by the war.

In the middle of the night, Ali and his family raced in an ambulance from SeaTac Airport to a team of waiting doctors at Seattle Children’s Hospital. Fleeing the threat of death at the hands of extremists and battling time to save the life of his gravely ill seven-year-old son, Ali had spent the last two and a half years pleading for a chance to leave Iraq, to exchange home for safety. Now, with the support of the Seattle community, Ali and his family begin the journey of rebuilding their lives.