Iowa International Center

Welcoming the World to Iowa since 1939

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Emergency Interpretation Hotline

If you need interpretation during an emergency or housing situation,  please call 515-282-8269 Extension 5.

Iowa International Center’s mission is to connect individuals, communities, and organizations in Iowa and around the world with opportunities to remove language, cultural, and economic barriers.

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2024 Events

Join Iowa International Center (IIC) for events throughout the year that celebrate our global community.

Passport to Prosperity

A time to celebrate and recognize immigrants and refugees who make Iowa a better place through their contributions to our communities.

Thank you friends, donors and community leaders who celebrated with us at the 2024 Passport to Prosperity Gala & Awards on October 3rd. 


Volunteer with Iowa International Center

Would you like to help with Passport to Prosperity? We have volunteer opportunities in: Volunteer Organization, Marketing, Activity Coordination, Set up, and Tear Down. 

IIC also has opportunities to engage with international visitors by hosting dinners, airport greeters, driving, and homestay hosts. 

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