International Rescue Committee(IRC Phoenix)
Organization Mission
Founded in 1933, the IRC helps refugees, asylum seekers, survivors of violence and trafficking, and other vulnerable people rebuild their lives; the Phoenix office has resettled over 12,000 refugee families since 1994.
Age Restrictions
Volunteers/interns must generally be 18+. Minors (under 18) may volunteer only under specific IRC policies — email VolunteerPHX@rescue.org for details. Asylum-seeker volunteers 12–17 may only join scheduled Day of Service projects.
Application Process
Submit the online volunteer application, meet virtually with the Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator or relevant program staff to discuss interests/skills, then get matched to a role. Some roles require an interview, background check, and two references.
Description of Service
Volunteers might teach newly arrived refugees to use public transportation, supervise children in on-site daycare, lead interactive English lessons for K–8 students, greet and assist families at resource fairs, or support case work and data entry for programs like Refugee Cash Assistance.
Firsthand Experience
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