Rabia Afghan and her family arrived in the United States in April 2022 as part of “Operation Allies Welcome,” fleeing the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan. Initially welcomed by IRC staff member Bill Tuffin in Virginia, their paths crossed again in January 2023 when Bill, now an Employment Specialist at the IRC in Denver, was tasked with helping Rabia find employment. Despite language barriers and the challenges of resettlement, Rabia secured a job at a local hotel and, through determination and support from the IRC, was promoted within two years. Her story highlights the critical role of community support in helping refugees rebuild their lives and the ongoing challenges they face in their new homes.

The World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA) is one of the most critical tools at the Bank’s disposal in its mission to end extreme poverty on a livable planet. This makes the IDA replenishment more than just a chance to mobilize funds — it’s a critical opportunity to reshape how development finance works for the communities that need it most.

The IRC collaborated with artist Sahar Ghorishi to show how the IRC provided mental health support to both refugees and host communities in Lesvos, Greece.

An updated Situation Report for October 2024

An IRC statement on the latest AMR declaration