The Trump travel ban went into effect on July 13, leaving thousands of vulnerable refugees who were not already on flights to the United States stranded in dangerous and life-threatening situations.The Sadiq family was one of the last to safely enter before the deadline.

From October through the end of December 2021, the IRC in NJ has increasingly helped move in and prepare apartments for arrivals, including Afghan families.

In 2024, the IRC reached more than 36.5 million people through evidence-based, life-changing programs in more than 40 countries around the world.

The IRC in Wichita is currently holding weekly informational meetings and is inviting members of the community to come to the IRC to learn more about the case management, employment and adult education services to refugees resettling in Wichita as well as ways that individuals or organizations may get involved with the IRC.

Interested in supporting refugees in the Tallahassee community? Your group can help refugees rebuild their lives and gain control over their futures through the IRC’s Housing Outreach Mentorship & Education (HOME) program, which combines direct financial assistance, help with necessary services and enrollment, along with beneficial mentorship to assist newly-arrived refugee families to become self-sufficient and adjusted quickly.

The IRC in Salt Lake City is grateful to welcome Danny Beus, its new executive director, to the team as of October 21, 2024.