In times of conflict, women and girls face the greatest risks—violence, exploitation and limited access to essential care.

The International Rescue Committee provides opportunities for refugees, asylees, victims of human trafficking, survivors of torture, and other immigrants to thrive in America. Each year, thousands of ...

Which countries face the worst humanitarian crises in 2026? Take this quiz to learn key facts about global need and displacement.

Photos from Ukraine’s frontline: harsh winter, damaged homes, and millions in need. The IRC provides emergency aid, medical care, and support to displaced families.

The Women’s Resilience Center (WRC) is a safe, welcoming space dedicated to supporting newcomer women and girls as they rebuild their lives in San Diego. Through participant-driven programming, the ...

For generations, refugees have risen to meet the moment with resilience and determination. Now, as displacement reaches record levels and humanitarian support diminishes, it's our turn to meet the ...

Sarah Smith, Ed.D., is the senior director of education at the International Rescue Committee (IRC). She and her team establish the vision and direction for the IRC’s education programs around the ...

Port-au-Prince, Haiti, February 11, 2026 — The International Rescue Committee (IRC) warns that rising instability combined with a drastic global decline in humanitarian funding risks pushing millions ...

Nairobi, Kenya, February 11, 2026 — Zeleke Bacha, IRC West Sudan Director said, “The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is devastated that several hundred shelters have been burned down in a ...

In early 2025, the Trump administration cancelled roughly 83% of grants administered by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Other major donor governments, including the ...

Giving has never been easier; no matter where you live or work, you can support the International Rescue Committee (IRC). The IRC is a part of hundreds of state and local government workplace giving ...

The destruction and ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza has left 1.9 million people—around 90% of the population—internally displaced, many of them forced to flee multiple times. Among those displaced ...