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IRC Monthly Update   OCTOBER 2019

In Syria, civilians are caught in the middle   Before this month’s offensive, civilians in the northeast of the country had already survived ISIS brutality and years of war.   LEARN MORE ›

What’s it like to be a teenage girl in Syria?   Our special illustrated story focuses on the life and dreams of Amira, a 17-year-old whose family had to flee their home.   READ NOW ›     The generosity that truly makes America great   Refugee and IRC caseworker Qais Nayab writes about his own story and how he helps those arriving after him.   READ NOW ›

Reflections on resettlement from a former refugee   Senka Filipovic reflects on the recent cuts to resettlement in the United States.   READ NOW ›     Mandy Patinkin on his trip to Jordan   The actor met with courageous Syrians who are overcoming trauma and hardship to carve out new lives.   LEARN MORE ›

ADVOCACY SPOTLIGHT: Ring your Rep   The IRC is proud to announce that we have partnered with the Standard Hotels to advocate for refugees. At all Standard locations nationally, you will find the Ring Your Rep phone booths outfitted with IRC messaging so you can call your representative about the GRACE Act. All Ring Your Rep phone booths are open and free to the public. Join the IRC in taking action by either visiting your local Standard Hotel or clicking below.   TAKE ACTION ›

MEDIA SPOTLIGHT: A concert to benefit refugees   Billboard Magazine covered Anderson .Paak's new concert series with Modelo and iHeartMedia to benefit the IRC.   LEARN MORE ›

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