At 14, Leo was out of school, struggling with trauma, and facing legal and family challenges until the IRC provided education support, therapy, and essential resources. With their help, he and his family gained stability, and today Leo is thriving in school and rebuilding his confidence and hope for the future.

Talented, driven, and soon co-enrolled in the IRC’s Connect 2 Success and Career Development programs, Sandrine began working with Carlos McClaney, Youth Career Readiness Coach, in October 2022 and with his support, completed the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program at Georgia Piedmont Technical College (GPTC).

Murtaza Mohammad Hossain, a refugee from Afghanistan, overcame numerous challenges with the help of the IRC's Matching Grant program, eventually securing a job and a donated car that transformed his family's life in the USA. His journey highlights the importance of support systems in achieving self-sufficiency and the profound impact of community assistance.

After fleeing life-threatening violence in Colombia and Ecuador, Alfredo and his family resettled in Tallahassee with the support of the International Rescue Committee (IRC). With the IRC’s help, Alfredo rebuilt his life and launched El Mana Enterprise, offering home repair and maintenance services across the community. Today, he stands as a symbol of resilience and hope, turning hardship into opportunity while giving back to the city that welcomed him.

The Healing Hands project of the International Rescue Committee seeks to support the comprehensive development, care and protection of migrant boys and girls and members of the host community from 0 to 5 years old in Ecuador. After the initial implementation of Healing Hands, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) developed a report with reflections and learnings that organizations can replicate.

Moving to a new country can be an overwhelming and isolating experience for anyone. Refugees who are forced to flee their homes due to conflict, violence and/or persecution face particularly acute cultural, emotional and financial challenges during the resettlement process. IRC's HOME Program pairs volunteer groups with refugee families to help ease their transition into life in the U.S. through mentorship and financial and material support.