"I want to advocate for the people I work with so they have the opportunity to live with dignity and wellbeing. I want them to experience joy and safety. All the things we consider to be basic human rights.”

Meet Yana and Lubov, Ukrainian refugees who are rebuilding their lives in Poland and striving to provide for their families.

The United States has long offered safe haven to people fleeing violence, tyranny and persecution. The Trump Administration slashed refugee arrivals to their lowest levels ever but President Joe Biden has the chance to rebuild the bipartisan resettlement program.

A young Somali refugee shares her story in hopes of raising awareness to improve the lives of youth around the world. "We all deserve to live in peace…free from fear…but we also deserve to be contributing members of society, no matter where we live."

Hear from IRC health workers around the world about their response to the coronavirus pandemic—and what gives them hope.

The United States has historically welcomed refugees fleeing war and persecution, and given them a chance to rebuild their lives in safety. The 2017 Trump travel ban hindered these efforts. IRC resettlement and policy experts have answered some of your questions.

This holiday season, we’re shining the spotlight on must-read books that immerse you in refugee stories.