When forced to flee their homes, refugees can only carry so much in their arms, but they bring so many intangible gifts to their new communities: hopes and dreams, experiences and talents, traditions and family stories, resilience and determination. Get a glimpse of some intergenerational conversations as families discuss all the things they bring with them, wherever they go. 

We've put together a bundle of resources to help schools create a welcoming environment for new students who are refugees and asylum seekers.

The IRC’s Healing Classrooms programme trains teachers and support staff across England on how to offer refugee and asylum-seeking children a safe place to learn.

Journalist Saghar was forced to leave her home in Afghanistan with her husband two years ago. Despite arriving in the UK with limited English skills, Saghar hasn’t let that stand in the way of her dream to become a fashion designer.

The UK and Rwanda have signed an agreement for the UK to deport people seeking asylum in Britain to Rwanda. The UK Government should be protecting and welcoming asylum seekers and refugees, not sending them miles away.

The English language is no piece of cake. This is what happened when Rabab, who completed the IRC's leadership course, asked the public to explain some popular British sayings. Learning English is key for refugees looking for work in the UK or trying to integrate into their new communities. But often, refugees aren't given the support they need.

Over 4.5 million refugees have fled Ukraine. Go inside the International Rescue Committee's response supporting their long-term needs.

The IRC and the educational organisation behind Sesame Street are working together to help refugee children and their families cope with the trauma and loss they have experienced.

Rami Malek, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Morena Baccarin, Sepideh Moafi, Ebony Obsidian and other IRC Ambassadors are working together to serve humanity. Learn why they are all proud to support the IRC’s work to help refugee families survive, recover and rebuild in the world’s toughest places. Join them by making a gift today.

The IRC’s Healing Classrooms programme trains teachers and support staff across England on how to offer refugee and asylum-seeking children a safe place to learn and thrive after experiencing conflict and displacement.