International Rescue Committee in Dallas

06/11/2021

Congratulations to the Class of 2021!

Help us celebrate these amazing 15 graduates who came to Texas as refugees TONIGHT on Facebook Live! Slideshow starts at 6:30pm and the event starts at 7pm.

https://www.facebook.com/events/789764478573373/

Congratulations to the Class of 2021!

Help us celebrate these amazing 15 graduates who came to Texas as refugees TONIGHT on Facebook Live! Slideshow starts at 6:30pm and the event starts at 7pm.

https://www.facebook.com/events/789764478573373/

06/10/2021

Each year at our Graduation Celebration, every student receives a College Readiness Bundle. Each bundle includes a computer, IRC swag, a $100 Visa gift card, and some necessities for college like towel sets and school supplies. Our donors and community members have always stepped up and this year has been no different. Special thanks to Break Bread, Break Borders , Corgan Inc. , LeForce Entertainment , Northridge Presbyterian Church , Soapgirl , Northwest Community Center and y'all for making this possible!

Join us this Friday evening to see the event on Facebook Live!

Each year at our Graduation Celebration, every student receives a College Readiness Bundle. Each bundle includes a computer, IRC swag, a $100 Visa gift card, and some necessities for college like towel sets and school supplies. Our donors and community members have always stepped up and this year has been no different. Special thanks to Break Bread, Break Borders , Corgan Inc. , LeForce Entertainment , Northridge Presbyterian Church , Soapgirl , Northwest Community Center and y'all for making this possible!

Join us this Friday evening to see the event on Facebook Live!

06/09/2021

Every year in the graciously donated hall of Northwest Community Center , refugee graduates and their families have filled the room to celebrate their milestone and share stories about the people who helped them achieve their goals. Limits on seating has always left most of our supporters unable to attend. But this year, we are able to share the whole event with all of y’all on Facebook Live!

Our slideshow of students starts at 6:30pm and the presentations begin at 7pm. Join us!

Every year in the graciously donated hall of Northwest Community Center , refugee graduates and their families have filled the room to celebrate their milestone and share stories about the people who helped them achieve their goals. Limits on seating has always left most of our supporters unable to attend. But this year, we are able to share the whole event with all of y’all on Facebook Live!

Our slideshow of students starts at 6:30pm and the presentations begin at 7pm. Join us!

06/08/2021

In 2017, our staff had an idea for an event to recognize refugee students graduating from high school. The plan was simple, bring students together and let them share about what they have overcome and who had helped them along the way. All these years later, the tradition continues!

Join us for our fifth annual Graduation Celebration this Friday on Facebook Live!

In 2017, our staff had an idea for an event to recognize refugee students graduating from high school. The plan was simple, bring students together and let them share about what they have overcome and who had helped them along the way. All these years later, the tradition continues!

Join us for our fifth annual Graduation Celebration this Friday on Facebook Live!

05/25/2021

This Mental Health Awareness Month we want to send a big thank you to Communities Foundation of Texas for their generous support of our Mental Health Program during COVID. Did you know that more than half of our mental health clients speak no or very limited English? It leaves options for them scarce and that's where the IRC comes in. With the help of groups like CFT and donors, we are able to keep serving this unique populations who might not be able to get help otherwise.

This Mental Health Awareness Month we want to send a big thank you to Communities Foundation of Texas for their generous support of our Mental Health Program during COVID. Did you know that more than half of our mental health clients speak no or very limited English? It leaves options for them scarce and that's where the IRC comes in. With the help of groups like CFT and donors, we are able to keep serving this unique populations who might not be able to get help otherwise.

05/21/2021

Time for computer class!

Learn basic computer skills, Google apps, virtual apps (Zoom), job research skills. Classes begin May 20th. Join in-person computer classes at Northwest Community Center.

Contact Breian Brockington, Career Pathways Specialist. 972-638-7401 | [email protected]

Time for computer class!

Learn basic computer skills, Google apps, virtual apps (Zoom), job research skills. Classes begin May 20th. Join in-person computer classes at Northwest Community Center.

Contact Breian Brockington, Career Pathways Specialist. 972-638-7401 | [email protected]

05/03/2021

IRC: President Biden’s refugee decision “Good for America, Good for Refugees”

BREAKING! The Biden Administration has increased the refugee admissions ceiling to 62,500 this year, and confirms its intention to increase the ceiling to 125,000 in October.

This announcement is important for America and for refugees. After four years of deeply damaging policies, families who have been separated can finally reunite and people fleeing war and persecution can continue to find safety in the United States. #RefugeesWelcome

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds today to the signing of an Emergency Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions, which raises the historically low, Trump-era Fiscal Year 2021 admissions goal of 15,000 to 62,500. This announcement is important for America and for refugees. Ref...

04/24/2021

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year.

Meet Donna!

Originally a volunteer in the Immigration department in 2017, Donna came forward to support the IRC remotely during the pandemic. She joined the Refugee Cash Assistance program and is known for her keen eye for detail, problem solving skills, and her eagerness to learn more. First hearing about the IRC while living in London at the beginning of the Syrian refugee crisis, she joined the Dallas office after attending an information session and has been helping ever since. A dependable volunteer during her years of service, she says “I keep coming back because it’s a great group of people to work with and because the work the IRC does makes a difference in the world.”

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year.

Meet Donna!

Originally a volunteer in the Immigration department in 2017, Donna came forward to support the IRC remotely during the pandemic. She joined the Refugee Cash Assistance program and is known for her keen eye for detail, problem solving skills, and her eagerness to learn more. First hearing about the IRC while living in London at the beginning of the Syrian refugee crisis, she joined the Dallas office after attending an information session and has been helping ever since. A dependable volunteer during her years of service, she says “I keep coming back because it’s a great group of people to work with and because the work the IRC does makes a difference in the world.”

04/23/2021

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year.

Meet Andres!

A member of the Mental Health team since August of 2020, Andres is a Ph.D. student at SMU studying clinical psychology. He has quickly proven to be an integral part of the department and has given specific trainings for both the IRC Dallas’ and IRC Arizona’s mental health programs. His skills in navigating assessments, intervention work, and crisis management make him stand out. Becoming involved with the IRC through a clinical training experience for his graduate program, his work at the IRC fits perfectly with his desire to work with refugees and asylum seekers from Central and South America. He says, “As a Spanish speaking clinician, I find great value in using my skills to help improve the wellbeing of those who are in distress.”

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year.

Meet Andres!

A member of the Mental Health team since August of 2020, Andres is a Ph.D. student at SMU studying clinical psychology. He has quickly proven to be an integral part of the department and has given specific trainings for both the IRC Dallas’ and IRC Arizona’s mental health programs. His skills in navigating assessments, intervention work, and crisis management make him stand out. Becoming involved with the IRC through a clinical training experience for his graduate program, his work at the IRC fits perfectly with his desire to work with refugees and asylum seekers from Central and South America. He says, “As a Spanish speaking clinician, I find great value in using my skills to help improve the wellbeing of those who are in distress.”

04/22/2021

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year.

Meet Taylor!

Taylor has been volunteering with the IRC in Dallas since the beginning of the year. Helping out in two departments, she is well known for patiently listening to clients concerns and having a positive attitude. As a member of the Employment team, she teaches Job Readiness Training classes to new clients and in New Roots, she assists with completing Food Security surveys and the all-important data entry. A student at the University of Maryland, COVID brought her back to Dallas and she has been a great support to the office. Of her time with the IRC she says, “I’m so thankful I’ve been able to be a part of this wonderful organization and get to know so many amazing people!”

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year.

Meet Taylor!

Taylor has been volunteering with the IRC in Dallas since the beginning of the year. Helping out in two departments, she is well known for patiently listening to clients concerns and having a positive attitude. As a member of the Employment team, she teaches Job Readiness Training classes to new clients and in New Roots, she assists with completing Food Security surveys and the all-important data entry. A student at the University of Maryland, COVID brought her back to Dallas and she has been a great support to the office. Of her time with the IRC she says, “I’m so thankful I’ve been able to be a part of this wonderful organization and get to know so many amazing people!”

04/21/2021

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year.

Meet Crystal!

Crystal has been volunteering as an Academic Coach since August 2020. A social work intern getting her master’s at TWU, Crystal has been integral in creating new and unique ways to connect with students during the pandemic including running Jackbox games in Spanish. She even hosted a call where a student practiced her public speaking skills and taught her how to make fried rice and perkedel, a type of vegetable fritter, over Zoom. She says, “the best thing that has happened to me since being at the IRC is having the opportunity to meet the amazing students within the program.”

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year.

Meet Crystal!

Crystal has been volunteering as an Academic Coach since August 2020. A social work intern getting her master’s at TWU, Crystal has been integral in creating new and unique ways to connect with students during the pandemic including running Jackbox games in Spanish. She even hosted a call where a student practiced her public speaking skills and taught her how to make fried rice and perkedel, a type of vegetable fritter, over Zoom. She says, “the best thing that has happened to me since being at the IRC is having the opportunity to meet the amazing students within the program.”

04/20/2021

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year.

Meet Judy!

Judy is a crucial part of the Financial Capability department. She regularly teaches financial literacy and car buying class and is helping to develop a new class about medical expenses. During the winter storm in February, she rose to the occasion and aided in delivering supplies and in reaching out to clients. Originally exposed to the IRC’s work while living in Thailand, Judy joined the Dallas office this winter. She is a “huge believer that education can greatly improve someone’s life” and enjoys combining her passion for financial literacy with helping people out.

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year.

Meet Judy!

Judy is a crucial part of the Financial Capability department. She regularly teaches financial literacy and car buying class and is helping to develop a new class about medical expenses. During the winter storm in February, she rose to the occasion and aided in delivering supplies and in reaching out to clients. Originally exposed to the IRC’s work while living in Thailand, Judy joined the Dallas office this winter. She is a “huge believer that education can greatly improve someone’s life” and enjoys combining her passion for financial literacy with helping people out.

04/19/2021

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year.

Meet Daniel!

Volunteering in multiple departments since the winter of 2019, Daniel helped Economic Empowerment start their Advanced Job Readiness Training program. From developing curriculum, to program instruction, resume prep, and career advice, Daniel assisted in creating a new and innovative remote program for clients. In the past few months, he moved over to the Resource Development department and works on fundraising and donor communication. He says, “I plan to keep contributing because what the IRC does is absolutely critical for refugees and immigrants.”

For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting some of our volunteers who have helped the IRC in Dallas this year.

Meet Daniel!

Volunteering in multiple departments since the winter of 2019, Daniel helped Economic Empowerment start their Advanced Job Readiness Training program. From developing curriculum, to program instruction, resume prep, and career advice, Daniel assisted in creating a new and innovative remote program for clients. In the past few months, he moved over to the Resource Development department and works on fundraising and donor communication. He says, “I plan to keep contributing because what the IRC does is absolutely critical for refugees and immigrants.”

04/16/2021

IRC deeply disappointed at Biden Administration decision to maintain Trump-era refugee cap - calls for increased admissions goal in light of unprecedented global need

The Biden administration will retain the historically low refugee admissions goal set by the Trump administration of 15,000 people for the current fiscal year retreating from the 62,500 announced in February. With more than 35,000 refugees who have passed security clearances and over 100,000 waiting in the pipeline for years to be reunited, a refugee admissions goal of 15,000 leaves thousands of people in limbo and in need of safety.

IRC's full statement below:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds today to the signing of an Emergency Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions, which removes discriminatory admissions categories but maintains the historically low Fiscal Year 2021 admissions goal of 15,000 refugees set by the Trump Administ...

04/15/2021

Are you ready to earn an industry-aligned certification in Healthcare, IT, CDL, or Forklift? The IRC can help! Start the path to your new career today.

Open to all intermediate or higher English speakers who have six months of work experience and are eligible to work.

Contact Breian Brockington, Career Pathways Specialist. 972-638-7401 or [email protected]

Are you ready to earn an industry-aligned certification in Healthcare, IT, CDL, or Forklift? The IRC can help! Start the path to your new career today.

Open to all intermediate or higher English speakers who have six months of work experience and are eligible to work.

Contact Breian Brockington, Career Pathways Specialist. 972-638-7401 or [email protected]

04/06/2021

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Join us and the City of Dallas - City Hall for National Community Development Week!

On April 8th, our own Career Pathways Specialist will be speaking about the Overcoming Barriers to Work program that provides digital literacy training to Dallas residents. The program focuses on supporting individuals to gain the foundational skills they need to succeed in job training and career development. Tune in to hear how we have been making change in Dallas.

More info can be found at the bottom of the page below.

The Office of Budget – Grant Administration/Community Development Division provides program oversight of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Consolidated Plan Budget, which includes:​​​