The Presidential Election and the IRC in Denver

Wonder what’s happening behind the scenes at the IRC? Sheila Hubert, COVID Navigator in Salt Lake City, describes the IRC’s ongoing local response to the pandemic in support of refugee families and their communities.

In the first of our 'Staff Spotlight Series', meet Rachel Tang, IRC-LA's Census Outreach Coordinator.

Alphaeus reflects on how he supports refugees to get their first job in the U.S.

Apoline and her success coach become “Zoomers” as they support each other through the pandemic.

Since late September, the IRC in Salt Lake City has welcomed more than 190 Afghan refugees to Utah, With support from community partners like the Utah Muslim Civic League, the IRC is there to help families rebuild their lives in our community.

Actor and IRC Ambassador Mandy Patinkin talks with businesswoman and philanthropist Cindy McCain on the need for the United States to remain a safe haven for people fleeing violence and persecution.

Forced to flee Venezuela and later Argentina due to political persecution, Jorge discovered a passion for coffee that led him to launch BravePro LLC, a mobile specialty coffee business, after resettling in the U.S. With support from IRC Atlanta and a loan through the Center for Economic Opportunity, he expanded his business to reach new heights. Jorge now hopes to make BravePro a household name and is deeply grateful to the IRC for helping turn his vision into reality.

2023 has been a turbulent year, and the IRC predicts humanitarian crises like Gaza and Sudan will worsen in 2024. But while the headlines worldwide may be dire, there are still many positive stories and uplifting moments from 2023 worth remembering.