News from Charlottesville, VA
Get the latest updates and event listings from the International Rescue Committee in Charlottesville, VA, and learn how you can help welcome newly arrived refugees.
Former IRC client Christian Ignoumba graduates from UVA
Ignoumba arrived in Charlottesville in 2010, and is now graduating with a degree in Foreign Affairs and French.
New Roots' Michie Market gears up for summer!
Starting in June, you can find all kinds of fresh produce from our farmers at the Michie Drive farm stand every Thursday evening.
A Network for Better Care
The IRC and University of Virginia Health System collaborate for exceptional refugee health care.
Citizenship Information Session
Learn about U.S. citizenship and the steps to becoming a citizen.
Opening Arms: Preschool Scholarships for Refugee Kids
For years, Charlottesville’s University Montessori School has granted scholarships to IRC clients’ children.
Creating Bridges through Bread
IRC clients lead cooking classes through the Albemarle County Public Schools "Bridges Through Bread" program.
Professional Mentor
Help clients to advance their careers in a variety of different fields.
Apply for summer internships in Charlottesville!
The IRC hosts student interns in each of our departments, both during the summer and the academic year.
IRC goes to Capitol Hill
IRC advocates urge lawmakers in Washington to meet 45,000 refugee ceiling in fiscal year 2018.
Reflections on the 2017 Travel Ban
Last year’s first travel ban caused chaos for a local IRC family waiting to see their relatives resettled in Charlottesville.