Five years ago, the IRC established a gender action plan to create an environment where women are safe and respected. The plan comes from the belief that the IRC must be a gender equitable organization to deliver gender equitable programs in the communities it serves. Led by executive director Preethi Nampoothiri, the IRC in Silver Spring sets the bar for empowering female leaders.

At a time when more more than 100 million people are uprooted by crisis worldwide, here are 10 reasons to give to the International Rescue Committee (IRC).

Mark your calendars! December 3, 2024, is Giving Tuesday. At the IRC in Virginia, we eagerly look forward to participating in this global movement of generosity. The annual campaign presents an opportunity for individuals worldwide to use the power of giving to make a difference in their local community. 

For this first time, the IRC in Richmond is participating in the VITA program, providing support with tax preparation for underserved populations. This Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program exemplifies the power of community partnership and the impact of volunteers on our work!

“My name is Omid. I am an Iranian. I am a refugee. I am a nutritionist. And, I am a gay man. But above all, I am a human being.” In honor of Pride Month, Omid shares a first-person account of his journey, as well as his hopes for LGBTQ refugees around the world and here in the U.S.

The IRC in Tucson is committed to bringing our refugee clients from harm to home. As a part of that commitment, we provide necessities such as clothing and household items which are needed to start rebuilding their lives here.

The IRC in Sacramento’s New Roots program has had a busy 12 months since last spring.