Did you know refugees are the most likely population in the U.S. to start a business? Come see how they're preparing!

In honor of National Volunteer Week, we asked IRC volunteers why they donate their time and talents to welcome refugees to our community.

An opportunity for refugee and immigrant youth to get to know their new home.

At a critical moment of rebuilding for the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), the IRC and the Refugee Advocacy Lab are bringing together refugee and immigrant voices, state legislators, and technical experts to celebrate their efforts to create more welcoming communities for newcomers. This virtual summit will include a panel discussion and conversations between policymakers who are advancing legislation related to education, workforce development, integration support, and more. Attendees will also have direct access to correlating policy resources and the technical support they need to replicate such measures within their own states.

IRC's GenR LA helped put on a gift drive and winter welcome part for our refugees and families this year, bringing holiday cheer to refugees from far and near.

In this tumultuous year, share true Texan generosity and show our refugee families that they are welcome and wanted in America.

Vivian has helped Rahila, a refugee from Afghanistan, learn English and navigate her new neighborhood

The IRC in Tucson’s New Roots program is dedicated to improving food security of refugees and aid in their community integration and self-sufficiency.

The HOME Program pairs community and/or faith-based groups directly with refugee families resettled by the IRC in Wichita. In collaboration with the IRC, HOME teams assist the Wichita team to complete home set-ups, provide targeted financial assistance and offer ongoing mentorship to a refugee family for six months. 

Temple Solel Social Action Committee is helping newly arrived refugee families to feel welcome in Baltimore.