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Support the International Rescue Committee's back-to-school drives
As parents across the nation prepare their children for the upcoming school year, it's important to remember that many newly arrived refugee families are facing challenges to make ends meet. These families are adjusting to a new language and an entirely different way of life in the United States. Each and every day, our U.S.
- Education
Fulfilling dreams through education
Originally from Burundi, Vital was one of thousands of Burundians forced to flee in 1972. At 19 years old, he lived in a temporary center that hosted refugees in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, formerly known as Zaire. He spent ten years in the DRC and continued his education despite the challenging circumstances.
- Announcement
- December 11, 2023
Six years since the start of the Rohingya Crisis, Hasina Rahman, IRC Bangladesh Director, said,
- Press Release
- August 27, 2023
Back-to-School Fair helps refugee families prepare for new semester
On Monday, July 24, the IRC in Atlanta, in collaboration with the DeKalb County School District (DCSD), hosted a Back-to-School Fair, where school supplies and registration assistance were provided to refugee students and their families.
- Announcement
- February 27, 2024
IRC calls for urgent humanitarian exemptions to sanctions in Niger
- Press Release
- August 29, 2023
Program Visits Calendar - Testimonies
IRC offers quarterly program visits for select IRC supporters. These visits provide unique opportunities to see IRC’s work first-hand. Join us for this meaningful opportunity to connect with our programs and clients!
- Video
- October 2, 2023
How one Afghan family was reunited in the U.S. after two years apart
The family are now rebuilding their lives in Salt Lake City, Utah.
- Article
- February 6, 2025
Hetal - Yogi Elixir
Hetal Soni, originally from India, is the owner of @yogielixiratl and one of over 2,300 entrepreneurs served by the International Rescue Committee’s Community Navigator Pilot Program (CNPP).
- Video
- August 30, 2023
Meet the Team: the IRC in Atlanta’s Logistics Program
Today, we spotlight a cornerstone of the IRC in Atlanta's programming, the Logistics team, whose work provides the foundation for helping our clients to become self-sufficient, thriving individuals within the Atlanta community.
- Announcement
- February 27, 2024
Your continued support makes an incredible impact
Thank you for helping families living in the world’s toughest places rebuild their lives and regain control of their future.
- Video
- October 31, 2023