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An Afghan teenager's journey to safety
A 16-year-old Afghan boy in Greece hopes to be reunited with his brother in Germany. Illustrator Ada Jusic brings Ali's story to life.
- Article
- June 27, 2022
Strategy100: Empowering people in crisis and beyond
Since the International Rescue Committee (IRC) was first founded at the request of Albert Einstein in 1933, our global team of more than 17,000 staff have helped people upended by conflict and crisis to survive, recover, and regain control of their lives. Today we work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S.
- About the IRC
Crisis in Syria: Prolonged war combines with natural disaster
Over a decade of conflict has made Syria one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. A recent 7.8 earthquake has devastated communities even further.
- Article
- February 10, 2023
Displaced Lebanese and Syrian refugee families express hope, anxiety and uncertainty: IRC Senior Vice President Visits Lebanon
- Press Release
- January 9, 2025
Spotlight on Impact: Intake & Casework at the IRC in New Jersey
The IRC in New Jersey’s Intake & Casework (ICW) Team supports thousands of vulnerable newcomers each year with compassionate, trauma-informed care. From crisis response to everyday guidance, they help clients navigate complex systems and build safer, more stable lives.
- Announcement
- April 17, 2025
A new reality for a young refugee
Born in the ethnically diverse and politically complicated country of Myanmar, also known as Burma, Boo’s family made the brave decision to cross the border into Thailand in 1982.
- Announcement
- November 20, 2023
Economic recovery and development at the International Rescue Committee
The Economic Recovery and Development (ERD) unit at the IRC works to ensure that those we serve have their most basic survival needs met and have the combination of assets and income to prosper.
- Resource
- October 6, 2016
Family remains divided one year after first executive order
Most of Mohamed and Mumina's family members made it to the U.S. in 2017, but some remain separated in Dadaab, Kenya uncertain when they will see their relatives again.
- Announcement
- June 27, 2022
Entrepreneurs create handcrafted gifts for the holidays
We're wrapping up the season, literally! Entrepreneurs who have created handcrafted items for this year's Holiday Gift Baskets share insights into their businesses and what their work means to them.
- Announcement
- June 22, 2022
The IRC in NJ gives thanks to its Housing Partners
The IRC in NJ is taking the time to extend its appreciation to its partners, many of whom are active agents of change in their community and beyond.
- Announcement
- June 27, 2022