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Keeping mothers and babies safe during a pandemic
IRC midwives and doctors are going to the toughest-to-reach places to be there for women, during their pregnancy and beyond. Here’s how we help at every stage.
- Article
- June 27, 2022
"My life depended on painting." Meet Muyambo Marcel Chishimba
In 1991, Muyambo Marcel Chishimba was forced to flee his home in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Today, he is rebuilding his life—and his art career—in New Jersey.
- Article
- June 27, 2022
Meet a young Syrian refugee who won't let go of his dream of helping others
Meet Firas, 22, who worked with Refugee.Info, a digital service created by the International Rescue Committee in partnership with Google, Microsoft and Trip Advisor. The online and mobile platform provides crucial information to refugees seeking asylum from war and persecution.
- Article
- December 30, 2022
IRC Dallas High School Pre-Graduation Ceremony
The IRC in Dallas hosted a robing ceremony for ten refugee kids on the eve of their graduation from Emmett J. Conrad High School.
- Announcement
- October 26, 2017
The IRC in Dallas is the Launch Pad for the Modelo Fighting Chance Project
The Modelo Fighting Chance Project Launches with the International Rescue Committee to Create Economic Opportunity for Those Fighting to Succeed. The partnership brings a new Financial Opportunity Center to Dallas and curriculum to 10 cities nationwide.
- Announcement
- June 22, 2022
Dress for Success with the LITs!
IRC in NY's Leaders in Training program held their first Dress for Success day to find their perfect interview outfits.
- Announcement
- June 27, 2022
Teacher and Afghan refugee shares her story at 2019 #IRCFilmSeries
Join us on May 1st for a special screening of Angels Are Made of Light, a documentary following school-aged children in Kabul, Afghanistan, with guest speaker and IRC client, Farahnaz Anwari, who taught in Afghan conflict zones for nearly 20 years.
- Announcement
- January 26, 2021
Avenues for Hope 2023 Recap
Thank you to everyone who donated and supported newly arrived families with housing needs!
- Announcement
- January 9, 2024
Resettling Refugees in the USA
The United States has a long tradition of offering refuge to those fleeing persecution and war. In 2015, the International Rescue Committee helped resettle nearly 10,000 newly arrived refugees and provided services to promote self-reliance and integration to over 36,000 refugees, asylees, victims of human trafficking and other immigrants.
Run for Refugees 5k
Join the International Rescue Committee in our 2nd Annual Virtual Run/Walk for Refugees. The funds raised will support critical services at the IRC, ensuring families have the support they need to thrive in their communities.
- Announcement
- April 26, 2021