Wherever they come from, wherever they live, refugees are shaping policies, art, traditions, dreams and futures in ordinary—and extraordinary—ways. The influence of refugees on culture is immeasurable.​ Explore five ways you can help make space for refugees.

Over 800 million people don’t have access to safe drinking water. Here’s what the IRC is doing to help.

Take a look back with us at some of the major milestones in our work over the last nine decades.

Find out how the IRC is using cash assistance to meet humanitarian needs around the world.

People arriving at the U.S. border have the legal right to request asylum without being criminalized, turned back or separated from their children.

Artists, athletes and thought leaders from around the globe support the International Rescue Committee and its mission. We are honored to partner with a distinguished group of ambassadors committed to uplifting and championing our work of helping refugees and other people facing crises to survive, recover and take control of their lives.