The International Rescue Committee provides vital support to Zimbabweans who are battling natural disasters while struggling to recover from a decade-long economic decline.

The Russian attack on Ukraine will have devastating consequences for the civilian population and humanitarian needs are expected to rise.

Northern Central America continues to experience a protracted humanitarian crisis, and the UN reports that more than 800,000 people are in need of protection services. The International Rescue Committee serves individuals and families in El Salvador who survive violence and displacement, as well as people who are at high risk of displacement, returnees, migrants and refugees. IRC and our partners implement programs that provide immediate support such as information, cash transfer for food and shelter and psychological first aid. IRC El Salvador provides case management to women and child survivors of violence; operates safe spaces for women, children and the LGBTQ+ population; and works with national NGOs to implement proven community programs to reduce the risk of violence.

The International Rescue Committee is on the ground in Peru providing support to Venezuelans as they try to rebuild their lives as well as members of host communities also in need.

Economic wellbeing means people have their most basic survival needs met and have sustainable income and assets so they can prosper. During and after crises, people may be forced to make short-term decisions to survive—such as pulling children out of school to work—that will have long-term negative consequences. The International Rescue Committee helps them meet immediate needs and build a brighter future.

IRC Italy is the International Rescue Committee's presence in Italy, working to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster, to survive, recover and gain control of their future.