News from Wichita, KS

Meet Olivia: Social Worker, nature enthusiast and IRC Youth Program Volunteer

Volunteers are the heart and soul of the IRC. Read about just a few of the volunteers who give their time.

Meet Cheryl: Life-long reader, learner and long-time IRC Volunteer

Summer and Fall 2021 internship opportunities in Kansas

The Lighthouse Project provides comprehensive services to survivors of human trafficking, as well as training and outreach to increase awareness and identification of survivors. Our goal is to help survivors build lives that are free from abuse and exploitation.

IRC is searching for an experienced, client-focused social worker to support our clients on their path to wellness and self-sufficiency through the KFCR program. In this position, you will have a direct impact on program participants, supporting them to fulfill their potential in a trauma-informed, culturally competent manner.

Spring 2021 internship opportunities

Help refugee families feel welcomed this holiday season

We are still in need of community sponsors to join us for the holidays! Help fulfill the holiday wish list of a newly arrived refugee family through our annual gift drive, Winter Welcome. Connect with your family, friends, coworkers or other networks to gather much-needed items and other wish list gifts.

Learn more about the resettlement process in the United States in VPMs new podcast.

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is now offering live, online weekly classes available nationwide on a variety of topics focused on providing remote support to refugees and other immigrants during the pandemic and economic crisis. Visit this page for more information about class times and other resources.