The IRC in Atlanta is thrilled to announce that two of our very own—Ms. Sharita Khatiwada and Ms. Samiha Ross—have been named as part of the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) Atlanta ‘30 under 30’ Class of 2020!

This summer, the IRC in Richmond's youth team led a season full of learning, connection, and empowerment for refugee and immigrant youth. From after school programs and college visits to summer camps and new initiatives, youth of all ages had opportunities to grow socially, emotionally, and academically. These efforts reflect the IRC’s ongoing commitment to supporting young people as they build brighter futures in their new home.

Learn how the IRC has been on the ground in Ukraine and neighboring countries, supporting people whose lives have been disrupted by the conflict.

New Roots partnered with All Blessing Flow and Cultivate Charlottesville to construct wheelchair accessible garden beds.

IRC's resettlement work and mission overall would not be possible without the help of our volunteers. Get to know some of them outside of IRC!

Perspectives from Fatou, Veronica and Amrah

When refugees arrive in Phoenix, a new phase of their journey begins as they learn about US systems which enable them to better integrate into their new community.  Building financial independence is a key factor in this successful integration. Over the past decade, the IRC has partnered with Desert Financial Credit Union to increase financial literacy and financial independence for these new Americans.

Not only do many Afghan girls grow up in remote villages without schools, all girls over the age of twelve are now barred from formal education.