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Video - Refugee Journeys

Uprooted by war and persecution, a refugee's journey can span years and borders on the road to safety. With skill, passion and daring, the IRC has helped refugees rebuild their lives for over 75 years.

Laurent Alpert on the courage of refugees - IRC Voices

Humanitarian crises simultaneously show us the worst of mankind, as well as the best, says IRC Overseer Laurent Alpert. In this segment of IRC Voices, Laurent describes how he's been moved time and again by the courage, dignity and desire for freedom displayed by refugees all over the world.

James Lenton on helping young refugees get ready for school in the US - IRC Voices

Summertime is a critical time for the International Rescue Committee to make sure young refugees -- many of them newly arrived in the US -- feel welcome, safe, and ready for the upcoming school year. In this segment of IRC Voices, James Lenton, IRC youth program director in New York, explains why he's so inspired by the energy and courage these young people display as they embark on a monumental transition.

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Chris Becker on his journeys with the IRC - IRC Voices

Working with refugees and other people uprooted by conflict helps us to better understand our world, and ourselves, says IRC board member Chris Becker, a recognized creative leader in the advertising industry. In this weeks IRC Voices, Chris reflects on what he calls an avalanche of emotion during his journeys with the IRC.

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For over 75 years, the International Rescue Committee has been responding to the world's worst crises.

Aaron Rippenkroeger on working in Darfur - IRC Voices

Selflessness and dedication, even amidst overwhelming obstacles these are two of the qualities exhibited by IRC staff that made a lasting impression on Aaron Rippenkroeger, currently IRC's deputy vice president of US Programs. In this week's IRC Voices, Aaron recalls the year he spent working in South Darfur, and says that despite the challenges of working in overcrowded conditions, it turned out to be the most fulfilling work experience of my entire life.

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Refugee Journeys

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