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New IRC Report: Disorder by Design – The Trump Administration’s manufactured emergency at the U.S.-Mexican border and the Real Crisis in Central America
- Press Release
- June 22, 2022
In anticipation of one of the harshest winters in memory, millions of Syrians living in the northwest need vital life-line to remain open, the IRC warns
- Press Release
- December 22, 2022
Mexico faces triple burden: soaring COVID-19 cases and deaths, loss of jobs and rising femicides, warns IRC
- Press Release
- June 22, 2022
People trapped in Ukrainian cities are in need of urgent humanitarian assistance, warns IRC
- Press Release
- March 16, 2022
Haitian women and girls bear the brunt of the escalating violence, warns IRC during 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign
- Press Release
- March 27, 2024
IRC prepares to deploy emergency teams in Pakistan as Cyclone Biparjoy threatens to make landfall in flood-affected communities
- Press Release
- June 14, 2023
Sponsor a Refugee
Before the Refugee Act of 1980, refugee resettlement in the U.S. was largely conducted privately or through community groups. The act standardized the process and today most refugees in the U.S. are primarily welcomed through resettlement agencies, such as the International Rescue Committee.
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Celebrating World Refugee Day with Art, Fun, and Community Spirit
On June 20, our community gathered at Play Faire Park for a memorable World Refugee Day celebration. The event featured an interactive mural, a mini golf fundraiser, and activities for all ages, showcasing the resilience and creativity of refugees. The mural, symbolizing hope and solidarity, will be displayed at the ArtWalk on July 11, 2024, at the Center for Contemporary Arts. The mini golf fundraiser highlighted refugee experiences while raising vital funds to support our programs. Thank you, Abilene, for your incredible support and making this day special! Together, we create a welcoming community for all.
- Announcement
- June 27, 2024
Second hospital attack in four days puts Libya’s COVID-19 response further at risk, warns IRC
- Press Release
- June 22, 2022
Rescue Facts: The promise of education
Over 35 million children are living as refugees with no chance to go home anytime soon—but less than three percent of humanitarian aid goes to education.
- Video
- April 13, 2022