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IRC: Urgent call for action to combat climate shocks in conflict-affected, climate-vulnerable states in West Africa
- Press Release
- December 5, 2023
As US and UK struggle to contain COVID-19, conflict-affected states show encouraging signs in slowing virus transmission - IRC
- Press Release
- June 22, 2022
Advocacy Spotlight: Voices of Resilience - The IRC in Denver's Colorado Refugee Advocacy Day Open House 2024
On Wednesday, June 29, 2024, the International Rescue Committee in Denver hosted its annual Colorado Refugee Advocacy Day Open House. The event brought together clients, resettlement staff, and county and state legislature members to engage in discourse on some of the main challenges facing refugee and asylum-seeking populations around Colorado.
- Announcement
- November 13, 2024
Utah legislative changes open door for higher education aspirations
Mahsa, a young, bright, and promising student, had recently completed her high school education in Afghanistan and was eagerly pursuing her academic aspirations at a public university. During the Utah legislative session, she used her voice and her story to help pass a bill that enabled refugees to obtain in-state tuition rates at Utah universities.
- Announcement
- April 10, 2023
Americans agree—it's time to stop fueling the war in Yemen
An IRC poll shows Americans are united in their desire to end U.S. support for the war in Yemen, which is experiencing the world's largest humanitarian crisis.
- Article
- June 27, 2022
How to donate to NYC
Private donations contribute greatly to the success of the IRC's work. Although we receive state and federal funding for initial resettlement and employment services, the assistance we provide to refugee families beyond their first few months in the U.S. would not be possible without community support.
- Announcement
- April 17, 2025
Economic wellbeing
Economic wellbeing means people have their most basic survival needs met and have sustainable income and assets so they can prosper. During and after crises, people may be forced to make short-term decisions to survive—such as pulling children out of school to work—that will have long-term negative consequences. The International Rescue Committee helps them meet immediate needs and build a brighter future.
- Outcome
Refugee Resettlement: Positive Integration in Kansas
The IRC in Wichita is currently running a series, "Refugee Resettlement," describing the efforts to resettle and serve the refugees and their families who call the Sunflower State "home." Part three, the final in the series, focuses on the programs and services offered to support refugees' and New Americans' efforts to positively integrate beyond resettlement.
- Announcement
- February 24, 2020
Refugees reflect on life in Utah for World Refugee Day
After living here for a year, refugees reflect on what it means to live in the Beehive State.
- Announcement
- June 22, 2022
As COVID-19 increases global food insecurity, less children are receiving nutrition support across conflict-affected states
- Press Release
- September 15, 2022