As some of the earliest hit states in the pandemic, NY and NJ responded with empathy, resourcefulness and energy to ensure all new arrivals and established refugees weathered the storm.

Parwana, Afghan parolee and mother of two, is no stranger to overcoming adversity. When her family fled to the U.S. after the Taliban took control of Kabul, she was prepared to face many challenges as they built a new life for themselves in Maryland. “My only goal was for my kids to go to school, my husband to get a job, and I hoped one day I would learn English.”

Please join us in congratulating IRC-LA's Integration intern, Ashley Mossaad, who was selected as one of eight recipients to receive an IRC scholarship opportunity for interns from the BIPOC and immigrant community.

Jaya Maya came to the U.S. from Bhutan five years ago with her husband, mother-in-law, and son. After 22 years living in a refugee camp in Nepal, Jaya Maya is glad to be able to continue valuable cultural traditions around farming while nourishing themselves and their families with fresh grown produce through the assistance of the IRC in Baltimore's New Roots program.

The youth team at the IRC in Richmond offers comprehensive programming that supports young newcomers and refugees as they adjust to life in their new home. Hear from one student about how a sense of community helped him achieve success.

Stay tuned to the IRC in San Diego's response and mitigation plans to protect the health and safety of staff, volunteers and clients.

After a multi-year journey from his home country, with support and guidance from the IRC and IOM, Adbul, his wife, and two sons have finally settled in San Diego.

Despite hardship and uncertainty, these resilient Syrian refugee mothers are raising confident daughters. Here are some of their stories.

If you’ve spotted a 2016 grey Honda Odyssey mini-van driving around Baltimore lately, you may have come across IRC staff and clients at work. Last year the IRC purchased its first mini-van with generous support from the France-Merrick Foundation, and the results have paid off.