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Afghanistan: An entire population pushed into poverty
Five reasons why Afghanistan remains within the top 3 countries most at risk of worsening humanitarian crisis in the International Rescue Committee’s Emergency Watchlist.
- Article
- October 20, 2023
Celebrating Interns at the IRC in Denver
At the IRC in Denver, interns engage in a variety of roles, from community engagement and communications to legal services and health programs. This article highlights the personal experiences of two of them.
- Announcement
- May 21, 2024
Q&A: Unpacking Refugee Housing
Want to learn more about affordable housing barriers facing newcomers in NorCal and how you can help? Check out this Refugee Housing Q&A with Maranda Giron, housing expert at the IRC in Sacramento.
- Announcement
- June 7, 2024
Leaving a legacy of love and hope for future refugee & immigrant generations
How planned giving ensures that the IRC continues responding to the world's worst humanitarian crises.
- Announcement
- June 24, 2024
Syria
The International Rescue Committee provides lifesaving support to Syrians struggling to survive a war now in its twelfth year.
- Country
Crisis in Nigeria: A mother’s tragic tale
After witnessing the death of fifteen relatives and neighbors, Gloria Ibrahim fled with her three small children to the city of Yola where an estimated 400,000 people have sought safety from a violent insurgency in Nigeria's northeast. The International Rescue Committee is leading the humanitarian response for tens of thousands of people. Read Gloria's story.
- Video
- June 22, 2022
Niger
The International Rescue Committee is one of the largest humanitarian organizations in Niger, serving over 270,000 clients annually through programming that includes cash distribution, health care and malnutrition support, educational empowerment and protection services.
- Country
Game of Thrones actors witness refugee crisis in Greece
Last month, Game of Thrones cast members Lena Headey, Liam Cunningham and Maisie Williams traveled to Greece with the International Rescue Committee to hear the individual stories of refugees stranded in the country for months. Learn more.
- Video
- July 13, 2022
The Game of Thrones cast and the IRC team up to help refugees
The Game of Thrones cast and the International Rescue Committee came together to raise awareness of the plight of Syrian refugees.
- Video
- June 27, 2022
Why is international humanitarian law important?
Attacks on civilians and other violations of international humanitarian law reflect a growing trend in conflicts around the world.
- Article
- November 3, 2023