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Migration has been at the top of the European political agenda since 2015 following a spike in people, including refugees and asylum seekers, arriving to southern European countries by sea. Today, European Union (EU) leaders remain constrained by internal political divisions over how to manage arrivals to Europe. The resulting shortcomings in the European policy response have been seized upon by populist movements across Europe as evidence that migration is out of control, in turn fueling anti-immigrant sentiments.
What is a refugee? Who is an immigrant? Why are many of the people crossing the U.S. border from Central America asylum seekers, not migrants? Get the facts.
Salam Bunyan strongly believes refugees bring unique perspectives and skills to their new countries—and hopes Americans see them as an asset rather than a burden.
Having earned her citizenship, Maha al-Obaidi embraces a new goal: reuniting her family.
Each year, the U.S. offices of the IRC host special programs and events to help refugees during the holiday season. Find out how you can spread holiday cheer -- and help all year.
Find out how Americans across the country — from politicians and veterans to community members and corporations — continue to actively show their support for Afghan refugees.
The IRC's strategy action plan in Central African Republic through 2020.
Bob Gordon is a military veteran, retiree and lover of history and world travel. Kelly Daniels is an artist, business owner and first-generation American with personal ties to the refugee community. Together, they have nearly a decade of combined experience helping immigrants and refugees become American citizens!
