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Every day, IRC humanitarian workers are rescuing lives. Here, they offer a glimpse of their experiences, the challenges they face and the courageous people they meet by sharing videos, photos and stories.

A warm welcome for refugees
Posted by The IRC on December 22, 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 21, 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 Roxanne Paisible on December 21, 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 21, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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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Noted: Rashida Jones blogs about the IRC in the Huffington Post
Posted by Rashida Jones on December 19, 2011
Check out IRC Voice Rashida Jones’s blog, “The Best Gifts Save Lives,” in the Huffington Post. Rashida describes her visits to IRC programs in San Diego and Thailand and talks about the IRC Rescue Gifts she's giving for the holidays. more »
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Rescue Gift of the Week: Emergency Shelters
Posted by The IRC on December 19, 2011
This holiday season, give an IRC Rescue Gift to someone special. $54 can provide sets of rope and durable plastic sheeting to help four families construct temporary shelters in refugee camps, keeping them safe from the elements. more »
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