News from Denver, CO

The Digital Literacy Mentor Program will match volunteers with IRC in Denver clients with the goal of improving basic computer literacy skills and connecting clients to existing digital resources.

Join this webinar briefing to gain insight into the experiences of refugees resettling to the United States and the impact on their mental and emotional health. Guests will hear from IRC staff who are creating unique wellness programs to help refugees flourish in their new country.

Family Mentors support newly-arrived refugee families and individuals in their transition to life in the U.S. Through participating in a variety of activities, the mentor will act as both a friend and resource.

“These families have to start from square one. Helping make sure their basic needs are met is just the right thing to do. We take a lot for granted and this is one way I can do my part.”

For two years, a mother and her children huddled inside their dark home, only venturing out when it was absolutely necessary. And when they did, it was dangerous. Planes flew overhead, barrel bombs and missiles rained down, and snipers took shots from inside ruined buildings as those who were left scurried past the piles of rubble where homes, schools, offices and shops once stood.

ESL is one of the most important services refugees need to achieve self-sufficiency. This volunteer position would be working with newly arrived refugees within the first two weeks of their arrival to help them navigate their English classes. The ESL mentor will pick clients up from their home and drive them to their English classes to register.

The digital literacy mentor program will match volunteers with IRC Denver clients with the goal of improving basic computer literacy skills and providing mentors to youth and families to help them excel.

Work one-on-one with clients as they search for jobs, build resumes and practice for job interviews.

The IRC in Denver is excited to share our winter internship opportunities. Over the past year--with the help of interns and volunteers--the IRC in Denver was able to welcome 240 refugees from 10 different countries and assist them as they rebuild their lives here in Colorado. Our internship positions are an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and learn about the scope of services and programs that help refugees feel safe and welcome in their new community as they regain control of their lives.

Work one-on-one with a client to help provide supplemental English language training.