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New IRC report identifies five main risks refugees from Ukraine face in Poland
- Press Release
- May 24, 2023
IRC warns of escalating humanitarian needs in eastern Chad following massive influx of Sudanese refugees
- Press Release
- October 28, 2024
Escaping the subprime trap: Lessons from auto-lending to refugees on the fast track to economic integration
The results of the IRC’s research suggest that expansion of socially-minded consumer financing paired with financial education, and other asset-building programs, could help more low-income families achieve financial stability and at the same time reduce the risks the current subprime auto loan market represents to the overall U.S. economy.
- Resource
- October 26, 2017
Small hearts
Eight-year-old twin sisters from Afghanistan recount harrowing tales of the fearful journey they endured as they made their escape to Europe. They are just two of the more than one million refugees from countries experiencing relentless conflicts who have fled to Europe for safety and a new start. "The smugglers had sticks and they beat us, and wouldn’t let us stop even for five minutes," one of the girls said.
- Video
- June 27, 2022
City-wide “Love Your Neighbor” event to create dialogue between community members and refugees
The Love Your Neighbor Event will be held on Sunday, March 26th from 4:00-6:00pm at St. Marks Cathedral Church of God in Christ.
- Announcement
- March 20, 2017
David Miliband: Join us in standing with refugees
David Miliband, president and CEO of the International Rescue Committee (IRC), explains why it's important to become a monthly donor and stand with displaced families who are facing multiple emergencies — including the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Video
- April 13, 2022
Refugee Women Empowered by Career Link Program
When Miriam Barnes first came to the IRC, she was timid and shy, unsure of herself and nervous about communicating. Through strong encouragement from IRC staff and active participation in program activities, Miriam now walks into the IRC office with a new sense of confidence and pride, announcing her new career successes with a smile on her face.
- Announcement
- June 22, 2022
Stories from refugees in living in Abilene: Astrid
Astrid, her husband, and her daughter had a unique path from Cuba to Colombia to the United States. Read it in her own words below.
- Announcement
- June 22, 2022
Mentors bridge gap and welcome refugees into community
The IRC is currently recruiting volunteers to mentor both individuals and families
- Announcement
- June 22, 2022
Afghan refugee gets dream job in Dallas
In March of 2016, a young man and his family arrived in Dallas, Texas from Afghanistan. This month, he landed his dream job as a welder.
- Announcement
- July 6, 2022