Welcome to IRIS!
IRIS empowers refugees and immigrants to become self-sufficient and integrated into their new communities. At the same time, newcomers enrich our communities, making this a better place for all of us.
IRIS is committed to racial equity
“The killing of Black people needs to stop."
-Weruche U. George, IRIS Board Member and Asylee from Nigeria
Our Services
Welcoming persecuted people from other countries is America’s most noble tradition. IRIS helps newcomers on the road to self-sufficiency by providing lifesaving support during their transition to life in the United States.
IRIS provides targeted wrap-around services for all clients, using a strength-based assessment model, that offers long-term support for successful integration.