In acute emergencies, the IRC implements community-based management of acute malnutrition (CMAM) to ensure that children and pregnant lactating women get the treatment they need. As countries evolve from emergencies to rebuilding, the IRC prioritizes the prevention and treatment of malnutrition.

“My name is Omid. I am an Iranian. I am a refugee. I am a nutritionist. And, I am a gay man. But above all, I am a human being.” In honor of Pride Month, Omid shares a first-person account of his journey, as well as his hopes for LGBTQ refugees around the world and here in the U.S.

In June 2012, widespread violence between Buddhists and Muslims in Rakhine led to the displacement of 145,000 people. As decades-old ethnic conflicts drag on, the IRC has been responding to the ongoing needs of Myanmar’s most vulnerable.

While the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals heard arguments regarding the travel ban, IRC volunteers and staff joined a rally in support of refugees, immigrants, and the Muslim community.

Today, we face an unprecedented global crisis. Find out what the numbers tell us and what Congress can do to help.

Both new and old community partners are helping the IRC in Richmond staff keep clients connected and safe during COVID-19.

Create a personal fundraising page on your own or with a team so you can rally network to support refugees and immigrants in Northern California!