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An Overview of the Office of Refugee Resettlement

This video provides an informative overview of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), a government agency established under the Refugee Act of 1980. It explains ORR’s mission to promote the well-being and stability of refugees, asylees, unaccompanied children, and other eligible populations. Viewers will learn about the various services and programs ORR offers, including trauma-informed support for refugees, benefits eligibility, and services for survivors of torture and unaccompanied minors. The video also highlights how newcomers can access essential services during their resettlement period. This is part 1 of 2.