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Artist Marc Quinn’s Upcoming Work, Odyssey, to Raise Awareness and $30 Million for the Global Refugee Crisis
- Press Release
- June 22, 2022
How the IRC and Sesame Workshop continue to reach refugee children during COVID-19
For young children who have experienced war and been uprooted from their homes, education can be a lifeline.
- Article
- February 14, 2023
Girls in Jordan create their futures
Syrian refugee girls living in Jordan have experienced the trauma of their country’s civil war, the loss of loved ones and their homes, the struggle to survive in a new country. The International Rescue Committee gives these young girls the skills and support they need to build a better future for themselves. Read one girl's story.
- Video
- June 27, 2022
New IRC data shows that hunger has increased for Rohingya refugees by nearly 60% in one year.
- Press Release
- August 25, 2024
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
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
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
Mentors bridge gap and welcome refugees into community
The IRC is currently recruiting volunteers to mentor both individuals and families
- Announcement
- June 22, 2022
Helping immigrants and refugees become U.S. citizens
The IRC in Silver Spring works with local partners and the city government of DC to expand citizenship services to DC residents.
- 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