The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Salt Lake City continues to facilitate the resettlement of refugees and asylees, having helped more than 13,000 individuals find safety in Utah since the organization opened its local doors in 1994.
IRC refugee resettlement services
The IRC provides various services to help refugees, victims of human trafficking, and survivors of torture rebuild their lives. According to the organization, these programs include providing furnished housing, healthcare access, English language classes, and assistance with legal residency and citizenship.
Salt Lake City program focus
The IRC's Salt Lake City operations focus on several key areas, such as economic empowerment through small business support, community integration, and health and wellness services to address both physical and psychological needs. The organization also manages the Spice Kitchen Incubator and New Roots programs.
Rural library access via bookmobile
In other parts of the state, the Tri-County Bookmobile serves residents in Sevier, Piute, and Wayne Counties, as well as Antimony in Garfield County. The service provides on-site library access to outlying communities that lack immediate proximity to city libraries.
Bookmobile collaborative organizational structure
The Tri-County Bookmobile is a collaborative effort involving the Utah State Library, Sevier County, Piute County, and Wayne County. The service is headquartered in Bicknell, Utah.
