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International Rescue Committee in Silver Spring

The IRC provides opportunities for refugees, asylees, and victims of human trafficking.

06/19/2026

In honor of Juneteenth, the IRC in Silver Spring recognizes the resilience, strength and liberation of Black Americans. Reflecting on the systemic barriers faced by the Black community, the IRC in Silver Spring recognizes interconnection in the fight for a safe, welcoming and just community for all.

06/10/2026

👫 Interested in learning more about the available volunteer opportunities at the IRC in Silver Spring?

🚨 Upcoming Volunteer Orientation – Friday, June 12th at 12pm!

All prospective volunteers must attend an orientation prior to volunteering with the IRC in Silver Spring. Sign up below.

Sign up ➡ http://bit.ly/4k6tj1m

06/08/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month! The IRC in Silver Spring is proud to support local LGBTQ+ individuals searching for safety and protection.

Shahira is a caseworker at the IRC in Silver Spring. In reflecting on Pride, Shahira shares, “Being an ally is not a title but an action, and for me to be an ally, the most important thing is to be a safe person for clients to come to as they transition to their new life in the U.S. "

💛 Read more about how Shahira creates a safe and welcoming environment for all local newcomers here ➡ https://bit.ly/4o0ZtgK

06/02/2026

🎉 Now Accepting Applications: Community Interpreter Training Program!

📢 Calling all aspiring and experienced interpreters!
Join us for a dynamic training course designed to elevate your skills and connect you with a growing network of language access professionals.

🗓️ Dates:

Online: July 8-10 | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Online: July 13-17 | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

📍Location: Online

💵 Cost: $295

🔗 Register Now: https://forms.gle/h4oWd9y6PmTRZFzA6

✅ Includes:
• Professional instruction
• Hands-on practice
• Onboarding opportunities

📧 Questions? Contact: [email protected]

05/29/2026

👫 This month, our office said farewell to and celebrated the Spring 2026 intern cohort, who ended their internship term on May 15th. We greatly appreciate our interns’ commitment to the various programs and clients they served.

💛 On behalf of the IRC in Silver Spring, we wish you the best of luck in your next adventures and pursuits!

05/27/2026

💛 In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, the IRC in Silver Spring thanks our partner, Vesta, Inc. , for uplifting humanitarian immigrants through their mental health and wellness services. We appreciate the kindness and support of the Vesta team and your ongoing partnership.

05/25/2026

❓ Are you looking for a way to make a meaningful impact in the lives of newcomer youth this Summer?

Volunteer with the 2026 IRC Newcomer Youth Summer Academy to help support middle and high school students from Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties through programming focused on:

School readiness
Social-emotional development
Youth leadership
College & career preparation
English language development
Community-building and mentorship

The Summer Academy will run from July 6- August 6, 2026, Monday through Thursday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, at a school site in Landover Hills, Maryland. The exact location will be shared with volunteers following onboarding.

Middle School Cohort: July 6th – July 16th
High School Cohort: July 27th – August 6th

Volunteer requirements:

All volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
All volunteers must complete a background check and attend an in-person training on Monday, June 29th from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
All volunteers must provide their own transportation to and from site.

Learn more about available volunteer roles here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4uziLvQ

05/22/2026

For World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue & Development, the IRC celebrates the many cultures and languages humanitarian immigrants bring to the DMV community.

To promote inclusivity and ensure accessible communication, the IRC in Silver Spring provides cost-effective in-person and over-the-phone interpretation services in over 44 languages. Our services make communication accessible for Limited English Proficient (LEP) populations in healthcare, legal, education, business, and community organizations.

When every culture is understood and valued, stronger and more inclusive communities become possible.

05/14/2026

❓ Did you know that you can get the IRC in Silver Spring’s monthly newsletter sent directly to your e-mail inbox?

💛 Follow the steps below to join our mailing list!

1️⃣ Open the following link: https://bit.ly/41C1aan
2️⃣ Complete the form with your information
3️⃣ Await next month’s newsletter in your inbox

05/12/2026

🎉 The May edition of the IRC in Silver Spring newsletter is here!

💛 This month, we highlighted the youth team and their diverse programming to foster academic, language and socio-emotional skill-building for young newcomers in the community.

📖 Read more about the team’s work and impact here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3QMFOF5

Address

8737 Colesville Road Suite 1200
Silver Spring, MD
20910

Website

https://www.rescue.org/united-states/silver-spring-md

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