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Early solutions planning in displacement
Early solutions planning encompasses steps to build the self-reliance and resilience of refugees and host communities, as well as prepare refugees for future durable solutions.
- Report
- December 5, 2016
Geeta's proudest moment
"The country I was born in considered me a non-national. The country they said I belonged to considered me a refugee. The country I had no connection to accepted me as its citizen today." Geeta, an IRC caseworker from Bhutan who helps other refugees, recently became a U.S. citizen. Watch and share his story.
- Video
- April 13, 2022
The plumber: an unexpected path
After escaping the war in Syria, two friends start a unique plumbing business to support themselves and their families.
- Article
- June 27, 2022
Even through war, Syrian girl holds on to her dream of becoming a lawyer
With the IRC’s support, Nour, a Syrian refugee living in Jordan, was able to envision her future as a lawyer. Photographer Meredith Hutchison shares her story.
- Article
- July 11, 2022
Other ways to get involved in Boise
There are many ways to help refugees in Boise.
- Announcement
- June 13, 2016
The stylist: finding beauty after tragedy
Meet an ambitious Syrian woman who operates a beauty salon in her home in Jordan with support from the IRC.
- Article
- June 27, 2022
Community Support at the IRC in Silver Spring: Highlighting KindWorks
Since May 2017, KindWorks has worked with the IRC in Silver Spring to set-up and furnish apartments for three newly arriving refugee families. Their efforts to engage local volunteers provides invaluable support to new refugee families and makes refugees feel welcome in our community.
- Announcement
- July 14, 2017
Camp Out Resources
Resources for families to explore and learn more about how to support refugees in Virginia. Join IRC in Charlottesville and Richmond for a camping event in support of refugee families.
- Announcement
- June 22, 2022
The knitters: crafting confidence for the future
After fleeing Syria, Kholood and her cousin Naheda started a handmade clothing business in Jordan.
- Article
- June 27, 2022
Three ways to stand for welcome
This World Refugee Day–and every day–let’s ensure we fight for refugees, learn from them, and do everything in our power to keep our country’s doors open to those in need of safety and protection. Here are three ways to take action locally in honor World Refugee Day.
- Announcement
- June 22, 2022