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IRC Monthly Update
December 2019
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Meet a Congolese family finally reunited in America
Their saga illustrates the hardships imposed by the Trump Administration's policies on refugees.
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What happens to school during a crisis? Take our quiz
For kids affected by war, education can lead to a brighter future-but it's too often out of reach.
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How Muppets can help refugee kids
60 Minutes's Lesley Stahl learns emotional coping tactics while reporting on our partnership with Sesame Workshop.
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Inside a new welcome center for asylum seekers
Follow Marta, a mother from Mexico, as the IRC helps her family on their long journey to safety in the U.S.
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What we lose when we don't welcome refugees
The Trump Administration's own report shows that we all stand to gain from welcoming people seeking safety.
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ADVOCACY SPOTLIGHT: New immigration fees and holiday discussion tips
A recent USCIS proposal aims to increase application fees paid by immigrants and introduce a new fee for asylum applications. These fees could create insurmountable obstacles for refugees, asylees, immigrants and U.S. citizens. A more than 83 percent increase in the fee to become an American citizen could affect nearly nine million lawful permanent residents. Join us in opposing these proposed fees.
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Special for the holidays: to help facilitate positive conversations and educate your loved ones about refugees and asylees, please refer to our handy guide
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MEDIA SPOTLIGHT: A Somali refugee brings his business to the U.S.
The New York Times profiles a man who escaped a civil war and now runs his own custom clothing shop.
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