News from Seattle, WA

Asha is the mother of three young girls and this year she celebrates her first Mother’s Day in the United States. Many refugee parents, like Asha, have overcome extraordinary circumstances to give their children something we all strive for: the opportunity to live a healthy life, free from harm.

Third Annual GenR Flavors of the IRC: From Syria to Seattle Event

On a rainy Saturday, community volunteers and gardeners came together at Namaste Community Garden to kick off the spring growing season. This beautiful 100-plot garden space is made possible thanks to St. Thomas Catholic Church, which generously donates the land for the garden.

The IRC’s Girls for PEACE group decided Spring Break was the perfect opportunity for a hike. The field trip was an opportunity to build community, see the beautiful state we live in, and provide a reprieve from mid-week Spring Break boredom.

Eat at any Chipotle restaurant in Washington State on March 15th and support the IRC! Mention the fundraiser when ordering and 50% of the proceeds will go to the IRC in Seattle.

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!

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.

IRC’s New Roots program focuses on food access and the nutritional needs of families upon arrival in the United States.

Interested in volunteering, but short on time? Short-term, high-impact service projects are a great way to welcome and support refugees who are new to our community! Team up with a group of friends, family, classmates, coworkers or other IRC volunteers for any of the activities below.