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This Week's Voices: "Charity in its purest form”
Posted by The.IRC on December 23rd, 2011
Sue Dwyer, IRC vice president for programs, on Somali refugees who are helping other victims of East Africa's most devastating drought in 60 years — plus, other notable quotes touching on the IRC's work around the world. more »
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Rescue Gifts: Perfect last-minute holiday gifts
Posted by The.IRC on December 22nd, 2011
As you consider last-minute gifts for the holidays, there’s still time to give a gift that is both special and meaningful. By choosing a Rescue Gift, you can help lead refugees on the journey from harm to home. more »
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A warm welcome for refugees
Posted by The.IRC on December 22nd, 2011
On this first day of winter, a special word of thanks to IRC supporters who have given such a warm welcome to thousands of refugees who started new lives in the United States this year. more »
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Our dream for Iraqis back home
Posted by The.IRC on December 21st, 2011
Iraqi colleagues who work in the IRC’s refugee resettlement offices help to shine a spotlight on the ongoing crisis in Iraq by sharing personal accounts of the dangers and threats they have faced. First, Noor and Ali's story. more »
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Iraqis face a precarious future
Posted by RoxannePaisible_IRC on December 21st, 2011
An estimated 1.3 million Iraqis remain displaced in their own country as the U.S. military mission in Iraq comes to an end. We must not forget their urgent protection needs. more »
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Great last-minute gift: A flock of chickens
Posted by The.IRC on December 21st, 2011
Looking for a last-minute holiday gift with meaning? $30 can deliver eight chickens to a family caught in crisis, giving them a much-needed boost in food production and household earnings. more »
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Noted: There's no going home for Iraqi squatters
Posted by The.IRC on December 20th, 2011
As American troops withdraw from Iraq, there are still some 2 million internally displaced Iraqis. Laura Jacoby, the IRC's Iraq director, was interviewed about their situation on NPR. more »
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More buzz about Rescue Gifts
Posted by The.IRC on December 20th, 2011
Here's even more buzz about IRC Rescue Gifts — we're excited to see great gifts like the Community Garden (tops with bloggers) and the Flock of Chickens (our all-around most popular gift) included in so many holiday giving guides this year. more »
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How to get a "Rescue" T-shirt like Rashida Jones's
Posted by The.IRC on December 20th, 2011
One more reason to shop Rescue Gifts for the holidays: Get an organic cotton “Rescue” T-shirt designed and donated by Threads for Thought with your order of $75 or more. more »
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Healing Classrooms: Helping kids cope after crisis
Posted by Jen Steele on December 20th, 2011
Jen Steele, IRC education program officer, describes the success of Healing Classrooms, a program that trains teachers working in crisis zones to help traumatized children and creates secure and nurturing learning environments. more »
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