Impact at a glance | International Rescue Committee (IRC)
In 1933, Albert Einstein and a small group of humanitarians formed what would become the International Rescue Committee. Today, we deliver lasting impact by providing health care, …
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
The 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 …
Refugee facts, statistics and FAQs - International Rescue …
Sep 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 …
The top 10 crises the world can’t ignore in 2023
Dec 14, 2022 · 9. Haiti: Gang violence and climate change combine for chaos. Haiti makes it into the Watchlist top 10 as political instability and gang violence surge following the assassination …
Careers | International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Careers 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, …
What is drought? Causes, impact & countries most affected
Jul 13, 2023 · Photo: Mihiret Fekadu for the IRC. Drought is caused by a lack of rainfall, causing serious water shortages. It can be fatal. More specifically, drought is defined by a period of …
Migrants, asylum seekers, refugees and immigrants: What’s the ...
Jul 4, 2024 · Every day, people around the world make the difficult decision to leave their countries in search of safety and better lives. Why? As of the end of 2023, there were 117.3 …
Crisis in Gaza: What is happening? - International Rescue …
Dec 15, 2023 · The ongoing conflict has devastated the civilian population of Gaza. On October 7, 2023, Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups orchestrated a deadly attack on Israel. The …
Explore our work | International Rescue Committee (IRC)
The International Rescue Committee provides a wide range of assistance for refugees, displaced persons and vulnerable Ethiopian communities as the country faces conflict, regional …
Migrants, asylum seekers, refugees and immigrants: What’s the ...
Jun 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 …