In June 2015, International Rescue Committee president David Miliband visited Nigerian refugees in Niger, where more than 150,000 have found safety after fleeing ongoing violence in their country. 

The International Rescue Committee in Salt Lake City actively participated in the 2021 Utah Legislative Session providing opportunities for refugees to shape policy outcomes and lead the way in making Utah a more welcoming state for all who live here.

The humanitarian situation in Afghanistan continues to deteriorate rapidly as instability increases. The International Rescue Committee in Salt Lake City is working alongside communities and partners to support Afghans living in Utah and ensuring a warm welcome for those families soon to arrive in the coming weeks and months.

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is now offering live, online weekly classes available nationwide on a variety of topics focused on providing remote support to refugees and other immigrants during the pandemic and economic crisis. Visit this page for more information about class times and other resources.

The International Rescue Committee (IRC), a global non-profit organization that helps people affected by humanitarian crises - including the climate crisis, and Muse Games, the developer of upcoming PC and Console title ‘Wildmender’, are pleased to announce a strategic collaboration seeking to leverage the power of gaming for a greater cause.

Niyera, a former refugee and current citizenship tutor at the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Salt Lake City, worked closely with Htay to help her study for her U.S. citizenship exam. Htay just passed her exam this past month.

On April 29th, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Utah—with support from KeyBank—opened our doors to the community, welcoming supporters to tour the new office space, connect with staff, and enjoy a variety of small bites from diverse local businesses.

Join the International Rescue Committee in our first ever 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 during this time of uncertainty. 

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Salt Lake City continues to support community-wide pandemic response, recently organizing a vaccine clinic with community partners to ensure 87 refugees and new Americans received the first dose of the COVID vaccine.