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A Syrian family living as refugees in an abandoned building in Lebanon.

Airstrikes won’t end Syrians’ suffering: what the U.S. must do next 

Words of outrage over the chemical weapons attack in Idlib, Syria must evolve into action—diplomatic action to protect innocent civilians and bring about a lasting and long overdue peace. Here are four things the U.S. can and must do now to help Syrians whose lives have been shattered by six years of war.

ArticleApril 8, 2017
Patience, with her camera

Refugees and their new communities, thriving together

Whether it’s through restrictive laws that prohibit them from working, or through language and cultural barriers that make it extremely difficult to earn an income, refugees have to try to survive another disaster—a life lived in limbo. Here's how supporting refugees to build careers benefits everyone.

ArticleJune 20, 2018
The Tlas family from Syria at home in San Diego

10 things President Trump doesn't understand about refugees

The White House has capped refugee arrivals in 2019 at 30,000—an historic low. We take a look at some of the facts the Trump Administration doesn’t grasp about refugees, and explain how its refugee policies weaken America and endanger lives.

ArticleMarch 11, 2019
IRC caseworker Qais Nayab and Iranian refugees Sirvan and Saltanat Moradi at IRC offices located in SeaTac, WA

Hospitable, generous and welcoming: That is what makes America great—not closing our doors

The U.S. remains a beacon of hope and hospitality to refugees around the world, and many who arrive can’t wait to help others who come after them.

ArticleApril 11, 2019
IRC staff member Tecle Gebremicheal and friend Ryan Peck

A refugee helps his American friend realize the value of his voice

Tecle Gebremicheal and Ryan Peck ran for the same city council seat in Boise, Idaho last November. A campaign that could have been a competition turned into a collaboration—and a lasting friendship.

ArticleMarch 17, 2020
Robert Sebatware and Dave Kurz posing for the camera in front of an orange background.

The knock at the door that led to a lasting friendship

“They are now my family.” A refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Robert Sebatware was surprised when a stranger on his doorstep quickly became one of his closest friends.

ArticleSeptember 25, 2020
Ethiopian runner Tolassa Elemaa with his daughter after completing the New York City Marathon on Nov. 7, 2018

Running for your life: from political prisoner to NYC marathoner

Tolassa Elemaa put his dream of being a world-class runner on hold when he became a refugee. But on Nov. 4 he completed the New York City Marathon.

ArticleNovember 30, 2018
Photojournalist Mohammad Anwar Danishyar stands in front of a forest in the evening.

An Afghan photojournalist on the stories of those forced to flee

Photojournalist Mohammad Anwar Danishyar discusses his journey and work, from documenting life in Afghanistan to chronicling the stories of those who had to flee.

ArticleMay 3, 2022
An Iraqi refugee hugs one of his relatives on arrival at a U.S. airport after being vetted for resettlement

How the Trump Administration has sabotaged America’s welcome

Since President Donald Trump took office on Jan. 20, 2017 his administration has repeatedly implemented policies that pull the welcome mat from under the feet of refugees and immigrants seeking safety in the United States.

ArticleJanuary 18, 2018
New U.S. citizens taking an oath

How immigrants and refugees become U.S. citizens

Each year, more than 700,000 people become American citizens. Here’s how the process works.

ArticleSeptember 16, 2020

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