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International Women's Day: Two women share their story of friendship, resilience and change
After meeting on the IRC's leadership course, Halyna and Masoma have developed a wonderful friendship where they continue to support one another to integrate in the UK. They are now hoping to expand their support to other refugees in London and around the world.
- Article
- September 10, 2024
We stand with women in Ukraine
The International Rescue Committee spoke with writer, Lena who's in Kyiv, Ukraine for International Women's Day. The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) - of which the IRC is a member - has launched an urgent appeal to respond to the rising humanitarian needs.
- Video
- June 23, 2022
From Gaza to Ukraine the IRC highlights women at frontlines of crisis, this International Women's Day
- Press Release
- March 8, 2024
Counselling—and Zumba classes—help three generations of Syrian women find hope
The war in Syria took a tremendous psychological toll on Samaher and her family. Here's a look at how an IRC women's centre in Jordan helped Samaher, her daughter and mother find comfort and hope.
- Article
- June 30, 2022
On International Women’s Day, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) calls on the UK Government to stand with women leading in crises
- Press Release
- March 8, 2023
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
Health
Millions of people, particularly women and children, die from preventable causes in countries affected by conflict and natural disasters.
- Outcome
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
The Ukrainian women challenging mental health stigma: “We need to rebuild a nation”
More than two years since the war escalated in Ukraine and ten years since it began, the impact of this conflict goes far beyond the borders of the country.
- Article
- September 10, 2024
As Ebola cases rise in Uganda, the IRC calls for protection of women and girls in the response
- Press Release
- October 17, 2022