Many refugees manage to meet the challenges of adjusting to life in the United States, but for some the trauma they experienced in the past and present become too much to bear. Mental health crisis can be the most pressing issue they face – and the most challenging to address. Fortunately, new refugees in Colorado who are experiencing serious mental health issues have access to the IRC’s Family Stabilization Program

Do you know how to sew? The IRC in LA needs your help to provide reusable cloth face masks to refugee families and children in need.

In June 2018, a 34-year-old man from Zimbabwe arrived in Dallas, Texas with his wife and three children. Today, he and his wife work full time, all of their children attend school, and the family has purchased their own car.

The Barikzai family sacrificed their safety to help the U.S. in Afghanistan. Now, they’re making a new life here.

His family's "survival meal" of potato skins with vegetables now stars on the menu at former Afghan refugee Chef Noori's restaurant, The Mantu. Try the recipe.

It’s hard enough to travel throughout the Central Valley without owning a car. But imagine not even being able to use Lyft or Uber taxi services because you don’t own a car seat to transport your children safely. That’s a challenge that many refugee families who live in the Turlock/Modesto area face on a daily basis.

Over 3.7 million Syrian children have been born into violence, poverty and displacement since the brutal war in Syria began over six years ago. Under these conditions, too many children lack stable, nurturing and enriching environments – including frequent interactions with caregivers that promote learning, and development. This case study provides a look at the process of adapting and piloting Vroom for Syrian refugee parents and families. Vroom empowers parents and caregivers of young children to turn everyday moments into brain building moments.

After learning about the IRC, Eagle Scout Ethan was inspired to help newcomers in his community. With the help of family, friends, and his Eagle Scout troop, Ethan collected more than 1,700 pounds of food. What a wonderful example of making #RefugeesWelcome!

The IRC in Denver and Highlands United Methodist Church Embrace a Second Co-Sponsored Refugee Family