2016 marks the IRC's 40th year in Seattle. Hear remarkable stories from those who have bravely rebuilt their lives in Washington, as well as community members who welcome newcomers to our state.

Nabil fled Syria with his parents, brother and two sisters when the war intensified in their home city of Homs. They struggled for four years in neighboring Jordan before being given the opportunity to resettle in the United States in September 2015. Read about Nabil's transition to a new home and community.

Lawful Permanent Residents encouraged to apply now to avoid fee hike; some will qualify for partial fee waiver.

Be a force for change in Los Angeles.

Mr. Long is a recognizable face to hundreds of refugees in our community. As a caseworker, he has helped families from all over the world rebuild their lives in Seattle. We wish him a happy retirement after 21 years of service at the IRC!

A young Somali refugee shares her story in hopes of raising awareness to improve the lives of youth around the world. "We all deserve to live in peace…free from fear…but we also deserve to be contributing members of society, no matter where we live."

We are so incredibly grateful and humbled that the Dallas community came forward to support our refugee families in the biggest way during our annual Adopt-A-Family program this past holiday season.

For the second year in a row the IRC in Wichita has hosted their Holiday Giving Tree. This year, 63 IRC families we able to receive gifts donated by sponsors from the Wichita community.

Volunteers help provide support for refugees resettling in Wichita.

Volunteers from the IRC's ESL classes were chosen to be highlighted in an interview with KMUW Radio.