International Rescue Committee

The IRC in Washington, DC

The IRC provides opportunities for refugees to thrive in America. Each year, thousands of refugees are invited by the U.S. government to seek safety and freedom.  Forced to flee conflict or persecution, many have survived for years against incredible odds. They step off the plane with next to nothing but their dignity, hope and determination.  In Washington, DC and many other regional offices, the IRC helps them rebuild their lives.

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Suburban Washington Resettlement Center
8700 Georgia Avenue
Suite 500
Silver Spring, MD 20910
United States
Tel: (301) 562-8633

Contact WashingtonDC@theIRC.org for more information.

For volunteer inquiries please email us at VolunteerDC@theIRC.org

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How We Help

The IRC makes sure newly arrived refugees receive:

  • a furnished home
  • help with rent
  • health care
  • nutritious, affordable food
  • English language classes
  • help building job, computer & financial literacy skills
  • education for their children
  • social services and community support
  • legal services toward residency & citizenship