Over a decade of conflict has made Syria one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. A recent 7.8 earthquake has devastated communities even further.

This World Humanitarian Day, we honor those who have dedicated their lives to helping those in need.

Our analysis shows that millions of ‘people caught in crisis’ - people living in conflict, and/or who are displaced within their own countries or across borders – are in fact being left behind. Failure to take action now means that the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) will not be met, undermining the credibility of the international community and leaving millions to die unnecessarily.

Four reasons why Ecuador is at risk of experiencing a worsening humanitarian crisis in 2024.

IRC clients in need of food are receiving meals prepared by World Central Kitchen. For clients with mobility issues, volunteers from Peace City Church are delivering meals directly to their apartments.

The IRC’s 2024 Emergency Watchlist ranks Afghanistan as one of the countries most likely to experience a worsening humanitarian crisis in 2024.

The IRC’s 2023 Emergency Watchlist reveals how the guardrails created to reduce suffering during crises have been weakened or dismantled all together.

Four reasons why the International Rescue Committee’s Emergency Watchlist ranks South Sudan among the top 10 countries most at risk of experiencing a worsening humanitarian crisis in 2023.

Whether it’s the hustle and bustle of a big city or the relaxing quiet of the countryside, the familiarity of home is different to each one of us, but should offer comfort to us all. This quiz will test your knowledge of the places around the world people call home. Can you guess where these photos were taken?