International Rescue Committee (IRC)
WEBThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Find out how you can help the IRC offer lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced …
How can I help Ukraine? | International Rescue Committee (IRC)
WEBFeb 25, 2022 · The International Rescue Committee (IRC) has launched an emergency appeal to help support displaced families with critical aid. In Ukraine, we are working with local partners to support the evacuation of women and children, and provide critical information and psychological support, as well as blankets, sleeping bags …
Careers | International Rescue Committee (IRC)
WEBCareers at the IRC are as wide-ranging and far-reaching as our work in more than 40 countries and in 28 U.S. cities. Encouraging staff development through promotion, transfer and rehire, the IRC nurtures long-term career paths and helps employees grow within the organization. The IRC applies our mission of care and protection to those who ...
Migrants, asylum seekers, refugees and immigrants: What’s the ...
WEBJun 22, 2018 · For most of the world’s 120 million refugees, going home isn’t an option. They must build a new life in another country. Every World Refugee Day (June 20), we celebrate the courage and contributions of refugees around the globe.
The top 10 crises the world can't ignore in 2022
WEBDec 15, 2021 · For statistics, methodology, detailed analysis, and recommendations for action, read the full 2022 Emergency Watchlist report. 10. Sudan—Political tensions amid regional drought and conflict. Political unrest drives people away from their homes and into places like Tunaydbah camp in Sudan. Photo: Khalid Alarabi/IRC.
12 climate activists inspiring us to fight climate change
WEBHere are just 12 activists from around the world who are inspiring us, today: 1. Ilyess El Korbi. Born in Ukraine, Ilyess grew up in Morrocco, moving back to Ukraine when they were 14-years-old. When Ilyess wanted to take part in climate movement protests in 2019, they discovered that none had yet been registered in Ukraine.
Refugee facts, statistics and FAQs - International Rescue …
WEBSep 26, 2023 · 5 facts about refugees. 1. High-income countries host just 24% of refugees. The wealthiest countries host just 24% of the world’s refugees. The remaining 76% are hosted by poor, low and middle-income countries. Turkey is the single biggest host country for refugees. Most refugees living in Turkey come from Syria, where an …
How to help refugees in the United States: 10 ways to stand for …
WEBJan 26, 2017 · The United States has a long, proud tradition of giving families fleeing war and persecution a chance to rebuild their lives in safety. After refugee arrivals declined by over 85% under the Trump Administration, President Joe Biden began to rebuild the lifesaving and bipartisan U.S.resettlement program, setting …
Explore our work | International Rescue Committee (IRC)
WEBThe International Rescue Committee provides a wide range of assistance for refugees, displaced persons and vulnerable Ethiopian communities as the country faces conflict, regional instability, climate change and food insecurity as …
What is gender-based violence – and how do we prevent it?
WEBAug 22, 2023 · Gender-based violence (GBV) is present in every society around the world and takes many forms. We have a moral imperative to stop all forms of violence against women and girls. In crisis, whether conflict or natural disaster, the risk of GBV increases, and so does our collective need to act to prevent GBV before it happens or respond to the needs of women and girls when it does.