The Trump Administration recently terminated Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for people from several countries already in the U.S. What does that mean?

At the third annual New American Dream Lab, three aspiring entrepreneurs shared their stories, hopes and dreams for their small businesses—competing for a grand prize of $2,500.

Refugees in Greece tell us their hopes and dreams while they wait for Europe to determine their fate.

Rabia Afghan and her family arrived in the United States in April 2022 as part of “Operation Allies Welcome,” fleeing the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan. Initially welcomed by IRC staff member Bill Tuffin in Virginia, their paths crossed again in January 2023 when Bill, now an Employment Specialist at the IRC in Denver, was tasked with helping Rabia find employment. Despite language barriers and the challenges of resettlement, Rabia secured a job at a local hotel and, through determination and support from the IRC, was promoted within two years. Her story highlights the critical role of community support in helping refugees rebuild their lives and the ongoing challenges they face in their new homes.

Abdisalan, a refugee from Somalia, is grateful for the help he found at the IRC, from after school tutoring to becoming a US citizen.

As refugee families and individuals work to build their assets including achieving homeownership, the IRC’s down matched savings program helps make these dreams a reality.

Artist Marc Chagall is known for his poetic, colorful paintings. He was also a refugee.

17-year-old Nasro is the inspiration for the short film Brave Girl Rising, produced by Girl Rising in collaboration with the IRC.

IRC interns Christina and Riley share how the IRC's summer school program makes a difference in the lives of refugee students, as well as the lives of the interns who are essential to making the program a success.