News from Turlock, CA

Under the supervision of the Vocational English as a Second Language instructor, classroom aides will assist with individual instruction in English classes to newly arrived refugees.

Under the supervision and direction of the Employment Supervisor, volunteers help with a range of activities to help prepare refugee clients for their first jobs in the United States.

A dozen refugees got a chance to polish their interview skills during Love Turlock on April 29. IRC’s “Compassion for Refugees” project was one of 70 community projects taking place during the day of community service.

IRC Turlock’s Vocational ESL classroom transformed into a job fair on April 8th, as human resources directors, tech company managers and other community volunteers coached local refugees on their professional skills and interests at IRC’s Modesto site. 

The story of a Syrian refugee family reunifying in California's Central Valley after the recent executive order.

Thank you for your interest in supporting refugees and taking a stand for welcome in Northern California.  You are vital to protecting the values that make this country who we are. On behalf of those we serve, thank you. Here are ways you can help.

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

The IRC in Northern California is excited to share our new Crowdrise page, which will allow community members to better fundraise for local resettlement.

The IRC in Modesto and Turlock offers one-on-one and group training to prepare clients for entry-level cashier positions in the local job market. 

There are many ways to get involved with the IRC's work in Turlock.