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The International Rescue Committee is a leading provider of services for refugees, asylees, asylum seekers, victims of trafficking, and other vulnerable immigrants in the United States. Across the country, every year, the IRC assists thousands of individuals with a range of services designed to help them survive, regain control of their future, and strengthen their communities.
- What we do
On the path to citizenship with the New Americans Campaign
Through the New Americans Campaign, the IRC and partners help immigrants and refugees become citizens in free workshops.
- Announcement
- February 15, 2019
Women's rights activists in Uganda demand change
“What a man can do, a woman should do too.” We couldn’t agree more. Meet women's activists working to stop violence against women from our Listen Up program, which aims to amplify the voices and power of refugee women and girls.
- Video
- April 13, 2022
IRC offers local support during tax season
Tax season is upon us! The IRC in Salt Lake City is at work organizing tax preparation assistance clinics for eligible refugee and new American community members. Learn how to access this service!
- Announcement
- June 27, 2022
Program Spotlight: Financial Capability for New Americans
Since 2018, the IRC in Denver has offered financial capability services to refugee clients through the Financial Capability for New Americans program (FC4NA). Thanks to the generous support of Wells Fargo and other funders, this program has been invaluable to many families financially impacted by the pandemic.
- Announcement
- June 15, 2021
IRC in NY give thanks to its Housing Partners
The IRC in NY gives thanks to its partners who supported refugee families this past fall with housing and continue to do so. IRC partners have supported clients by 1) securing household basics, amenities, and furniture, 2) participating in the hands-on move-in work, and 3) extending a warm welcome to families.
- Announcement
- January 28, 2022
Internship opportunities in Los Angeles: now accepting applications!
The IRC provides opportunities for refugees to thrive in America. In Los Angeles and many other regional offices across the country, the IRC helps them rebuild their lives and achieve self-sufficiency. To accomplish this, IRC LA relies heavily on efforts by our interns and volunteers.
- Announcement
- January 30, 2024
From School Skipper to Award Winner
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.
- Announcement
- August 21, 2024
Rescue Facts: The promise of education
Over 35 million children are living as refugees with no chance to go home anytime soon—but less than three percent of humanitarian aid goes to education.
- Video
- April 13, 2022
Interview with departing Executive Director, Harriet Kuhr
After dedicating 20 years of service to the IRC in all, IRC Virginia Executive Director Harriet Kuhr announced she would retire at the end of 2024. We sat down with her for an interview in December to get some final reflections on refugee resettlement in Charlottesville and her impactful nonprofit career.
- Announcement
- March 7, 2025