Attend our next IRC Insights virtual event to hear directly from our new executive director of IRC Virginia, Justin Gandy. Joining us on Tuesday, March 11th will give you a chance to learn how we can all work together to make a positive impact in our communities moving forward.

JRT Service at IRC NY: A Case Study

The IRC in Denver is thrilled to announce the latest addition to their programming: New Roots.

Meet Rachel Dyussengaliyev. With years of youth development experience overseas, Rachel returns to the states to lead IRC Dallas youth programs.

Returning back to in-person learning at the IRC in NY’s Newcomer Youth Summer Academy (NYSA) has been a highlight for the Education & Learning (E&L) team. NYSA is a five-week program that prepares newly arrived refugee children and youth for success at their grade level in the New York City public school system. The IRC in NY is thrilled about NYSA celebrating its 23rd year, bringing social-emotional learning, creative education, and a culturally responsive curriculum to each student. 

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Salt Lake City looks toward the future, expanding employment services for refugee and new American clients. Omar Alsalim, employment services supervisor, speaks to the additions to this program.

IRC LA welcomes new AmeriCorps member to the Early Employment Program: Krista Lupas.

IRC in Charlottesville and Richmond will continue to provide vital services while safe-guarding our community.

The IRC in Boise is working hard to ensure refugee and immigrant communities have the information they need about COVID-19 to stay healthy, prevent community spread, and respond appropriately to symptoms. Despite significant modifications to program delivery, staff remain as committed as ever towards serving refugees and immigrants in Idaho.

Schools in Leon County recently welcomed students back to the classrooms, both virtually and in person. The IRC in Tallahassee partners with Leon County Schools to prepare students and families for this unprecedented school year amid the coronavirus pandemic.