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Maryam's dreams of supporting Afghan women: “We have the ability to change society”
In August 2021, Maryam's life changed forever when the Taliban took control of her home city, Kabul in Afghanistan. She had to leave behind her home, family and the job she had worked so hard for.
- Article
- September 6, 2024
Meet Saghar, the Afghan journalist making her fashion dreams a reality in Liverpool
Journalist Saghar was forced to leave her home in Afghanistan with her husband two years ago. Despite arriving in the UK with limited English skills, Saghar hasn’t let that stand in the way of her dream to become a fashion designer.
- Article
- September 6, 2024
Three Years On: Afghans are paying the price for the world’s neglect
- Press Release
- August 13, 2024
Pakistan
Pakistan, located in South Asia, is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world. The IRC helps vulnerable Pakistanis rebuild from natural disasters and assists refugees from neighbouring Afghanistan.
- Country
UK-hosted summit is a crucial opportunity to deliver life-saving aid for Afghans, as hunger levels reach new heights
- Press Release
- July 14, 2022
Every number has a story
This week is Refugee Week and World Refugee Day - a time to celebrate the resilience and courage of people seeking safety. Hear from Iryna from Ukraine, Masoma from Afghanistan and Yunus on the challenges they faced after they arrived in the UK, and how they are rebuilding their lives. Join us in calling for more support for refugees in the UK to help them reach their potential and enrich their communities.
- Video
- June 20, 2024
How this Afghan TV news anchor became a refugee, and is still fighting for women's rights
Single mum Zahra had to leave her dream job when she left Afghanistan. Now living in the UK, she hopes to become a journalist again and use her voice to speak for women's rights across the world.
- Article
- January 5, 2023
Afghans returning from Pakistan are in urgent need of nutrition and mental health support; IRC scaling up emergency response to meet the growing needs
- Press Release
- November 7, 2023
The 10 worst humanitarian crises in 2022
Record numbers of people, many fleeing violence and persecution, need humanitarian aid. Learn about the world’s worst humanitarian crises and what can be done to help countries such as Afghanistan, Yemen and Ethiopia.
- Article
- April 12, 2024
Masihullah’s hopes to support other refugees: “I'm sharing my experience”
Masihullah was forced to leave his family, career and whole life behind in Kabul, Afghanistan when the Taliban took control in August 2021.
- Article
- September 10, 2024