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Explore the stories below for recent updates and projects.
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Resumen del picnic de verano de la IWR de 2026
On Saturday, June 13, Ithaca Welcome Refugees hosted our annual Community Picnic at the Large Pavilion in Stewart Park. It was a beautiful day, with…
Unidos para crear un mural comunitario
Caution – wet paint! Community members recently gathered to help us paint a new mural celebrating refugees and immigrants in Tompkins County. Join us for…
Campaña de primavera de IWR
Our Spring Appeal is live! Help raise $80,000 to give vital support to our displaced neighbors, including through crisis periods that growing numbers are experiencing.
La organización «Ithaca Welcomes Refugees» busca un director de desarrollo a media jornada
Applications are due by May 6th. Read the job description and requirements here.
Conoce a Kadhim: una mirada al trabajo del coordinador de vivienda y seguridad alimentaria del IWR
IWR’s new staff member, Kadhim Owayez, discusses food and housing challenges faced by new arrivals and his work coordinating IWR support to alleviate them.
La danza une a la comunidad
Cornell’s annual PAO Bhangra Exhibition will take place on March 7th! The organizing team discuss the history, their support for IWR and details of the event.
Una década de voluntariado en el IWR
Susan Tarrow, long-time volunteer and donor, tells of her experiences supporting families through resettlement hurdles and life events, and why she gives her time.
Resumen de 2025 del IWR
IWR’s Executive Director reflects on the resettlement landscape and IWR’s work over the year as 2025 comes to an end.
El tiroteo del 26 de noviembre contra efectivos de la Guardia Nacional y los cambios relacionados en la política federal sobre refugiados e inmigración
IWR response to this tragic incident, with information and action points on subsequent changes to federal policies on refugees and immigration.
Dar desde la abundancia: el camino de Krystyna hasta convertirse en miembro de la junta directiva de IWR
We hear from Krystyna Golovakova, a new member of IWR’s board of directors this year, about her experience of resettling and growth in Ithaca after…
Por qué hago esto: la perspectiva de un colaborador del IWR
An IWR supporter and retired ICSD school teacher shares her insights on IWR’s cause from her own life, and her motivation for supporting IWR over the…
¡«Ithaca Welcomes Refugees» busca personal!
IWR is seeking a Half-Time
Housing and Food Security Coordinator. Applications are due by October 17th.
Una poesía del cuidado: cómo Khadija se cura y crea
Para Khadija, la poesía es una forma de transformar el dolor en belleza. Tras instalarse en Ithaca tras huir de los talibanes, nos cuenta su historia.
Solicitud de joyas en buen estado para la recaudación de fondos de otoño
Find out how to donate gently used jewelry for the Fall Jewelry Sale Fundraiser in aid of IWR.
A Story of Human Connection: The Muralist Bringing Celebration of Immigrants to Ithaca
IWR is creating a mural celebrating refugees and immigrants. Learn about artist Hugo Medina, leading the project, and the people and ideas inspiring it.
Sowing Seeds and Growing Roots
Khurshid Hussainy arrived at Cornell University four years ago as a refugee. With IWR’s help, she has branched out beyond university life. This is her story.
Concurso fotográfico del 10.º aniversario
Seeking your pictures of Ithaca’s spirit of welcome! Extended deadline September 22. Top 12 photos will feature in a 2026 IWR calendar.
IWR Community Celebrates a Decade of Welcome at Annual Picnic
Around 80 people gathered for IWR’s 2025 community picnic this month, connecting over food and music, creating art and playing games.
Campaña de primavera de IWR
IWR has launched a Spring Appeal! Donate to help us reach our goal of $50,000 for programs supporting refugees and immigrants in Tompkins County.
Respuesta del IWR a las medidas del Gobierno de Trump que afectan a los refugiados y a los inmigrantes
Executive Director Casey Verderosa outlines how IWR has been responding to the changing landscape for refugees and immigrants over the past few months.