International Rescue Committee (Nor-Cal, Oakland)

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. In the US the IRC helps to resettle refugees and asylees by providing them with access to housing, employment, health and wellbeing programs, immigration services as well as economic empowerment programs.

Validators

Samantha Samantha
My job title is Employment Associate. My work involves helping newly arrived refugees gain employment and financial comprehension within three to four months of their arrival. I assist them with building and revising their resumes, mentoring them on a course towards economic freedom through… More
Kimberly Kimberly
My job title is Immigration Case worker at the International Rescue Committee. My work involves helping clients with filing of applications and petitions for adjustment of status, family reunification, naturalization, and other immigration benefits. What I like about my job is working with so many… More
Doug Doug
My job title is Employment Supervisor at the International Rescue Committee. I oversee the employment department at the international rescue committee. What the Employment Program does is provide vocational counseling, resume preparation, jobs class, job search and placement services, and financial… More

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2 supporters
Funded on 1/7/2014

Oday from Oakland, CA

I’m a refugee & father & newly employed. I need help with transportation to save money for my family

I live in Oakland and work in San Francisco. My commute is $37/week on BART + $80 monthly bus pass. Saving this expense will help my family. More

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International Rescue Committee (Nor-Cal, Oakland)


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