News from Wichita, KS

Join the IRC and the Kendra Scott Boutique on Thursday, February 28th from 4:30-6:30pm for a give back night benefiting the IRC. 20% of all purchases during that time will be donated to the IRC. All purchases must be made in the Wichita store or you may make them over the phone. You may visit Kendra Scott in Wichita at 1423 N. Webb Road, or you may make purchases over the phone by calling 316-221-2844 and mention the IRC benefit. Sips and sweets will be provided in the store for all guests. We hope to see you there!

The IRC is currently looking for volunteers who are able to assist with transporting students for IRC's youth program.

Visit the IRC's Amazon Wish List to see what items are in need for refugees resettling in Wichita.

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer at the IRC? Attend one of our upcoming volunteer information meetings.

Join this webinar briefing with the International Rescue Committee to learn about the current and future status of refugee resettlement in the US and hear about some of our special program to help refugees rebuild their lives. Resettlement is an important part of IRC’s work with refugees. Learn about the comprehensive services the IRC provides within the first months of a refugee’s arrival in the United States as well as the current state of refugee resettlement in the US.

From scouting in Burundi to IRC interpreter in Wichita, Blaise shares his incredible experiences and journey.

The IRC’s Direct Service Team works closely with clients when they arrive in Wichita and provide clients with case management, extended case management and employment services. We wanted to give you a chance to meet our team and learn a little more about them.

IRC's cooking demonstrations will be led by a former IRC client who will walk guests through preparing a meal using a recipe from his home country. Proceeds from the event will benefit the IRC Wichita.

Interested in finding out what it takes to become an IRC volunteer? Attend one of our information sessions to find out more about volunteering. To RSVP contact our office at 316-361-2795 or email [email protected]

After school program instructors will lead or assist the lead instructor to deliver afterschool program curriculum and student support. In collaboration with the Youth Coordination VISTA and onsite administrators, the instructors will plan and deliver tutoring sessions, support homework completion and lead other activities to develop refugee youth and their peer mentors.