The IRC in LA is helping refugees and migrants climb the 'credit building ladder' through a new micro-loan program, thanks to the partnership and support of Citi Community Development. The new program has been especially helpful in offering 'emergency grants' and 'resilience loans' to those affected by COVID-19.

An update on IRC's extraordinary summer in New York and New Jersey

The IRC’s Nancy Dent describes her experiences confronting the largest European refugee crisis since World War II.

In response to mounting rumors that Title 42 may end soon, the IRC and partners stand in solidarity with the hundreds of thousands of migrants who have attempted to exercise their right to seek asylum for over two years, only to be turned away. During this time, the United States government has failed in its moral and legal obligations to afford asylum seekers access to protection, protection that should not wait one more day.

The cumulative effects of unrelenting violence, forced displacement and the loss of an entire school year are likely to impact children in Gaza for the rest of their lives.

When Khatima first approached the IRC in Utah’s financial capabilities team, she was unfamiliar with credit-building loans and their potential long-term benefits to settling into life in the U.S. A year later, she’s worked diligently to increase her credit score and improve her financial self-sufficiency.

Learn more about IRC-LA's Afghan Youth Mentoring program!

A new grassroots initiative allows everyday Americans to welcome and support refugees. Find out how to get involved.