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Ebola
The International Rescue Committee has been responding to outbreaks of the Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo. We also responded In 2014, as West Africa experienced the largest ever outbreak of Ebola, which claimed over 11,000 lives.
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Climate Change
Climate change is set to unleash lasting damage across the world—even if we succeed in limiting global warming. It's time for all of us to become better stewards of the planet.
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Supporter Spotlight: Winter interns share their experiences
Our volunteers and interns are talented, enthusiastic, and vital to the success of our programs. Get to know a few of our current volunteers and interns!
- Announcement
- April 2, 2021
Economic recovery and development at the International Rescue Committee: enterprise development and employment
The IRC’s enterprise development and employment (EDE) programs prepare crisis-affected populations for employment and self-employment opportunities, support the growth and creation of businesses, improve people’s skills, and increase people’s access to financial services.
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- October 6, 2016
In their own words: Refugees flee Ukraine
Refugees from Ukraine share their experiences of leaving their home country, their journey to safety and hopes for the future.
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- August 30, 2022
The hands that make a home
Meet Shakira, Julia, Nelson, Jamila, Suzan and Bijou—six entrepreneurs who are rebuilding their lives in Uganda, a country that hosts more than 1.2 million refugees.
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- July 21, 2022
Tallahassee refugee community engages with elected leaders
We are thrilled to share with you the stories of refugee community members who have been welcomed to a new home in Tallahassee—in their own words, as shared with our elected leaders.
- Announcement
- January 20, 2023
Five places bearing the brunt of the climate crisis
Countries contributing least to climate change are hardest hit by the climate crisis.
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- September 27, 2023
How does the IRC respond to an emergency like Ukraine?
With millions of people fleeing Ukraine, get the facts on how the IRC responds to this and other fast-moving humanitarian crises—and find out how you can help.
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- October 4, 2022
Fulfilling dreams through education
Originally from Burundi, Vital was one of thousands of Burundians forced to flee in 1972. At 19 years old, he lived in a temporary center that hosted refugees in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, formerly known as Zaire. He spent ten years in the DRC and continued his education despite the challenging circumstances.
- Announcement
- December 11, 2023