The ongoing conflict in Sudan has resulted in a significant increase in the number of refugees coming into Libya since April 2023. This needs assessment presents the challenges, opportunities and aspirations of this newly arrived population and informs humanitarian programming and advocacy. The IRC conducted the assessment in the three regions in Libya where the IRC is currently implementing programs.

Refugees in host countries like Jordan and Lebanon are desperate to rebuild their lives, but face significant barriers to finding employment.

Persecuted as a transgender woman in Honduras and threatened by gangs, Lincy Sopall fled to the U.S. where she found safety and fulfilled her dream of starting a fashion business.

The IRC assists refugees and SIVs in securing employment upon arrival in the U.S., in addition to supporting them as they advance their careers and move towards achieving financial goals. Through job training, resume workshops, mock interviews, vocational scholarships, Vocational English as Second Language (VESL) classes, financial education, and other services, we offer refugees the tools they need to succeed in meeting their short and long-term professional and financial goals.

Learn how Sesame Workshop and the International Rescue Committee are changing the lives of young refugees and displaced children across the Middle East.

Learn more about the programs for U.S. allies in Afghanistan.