International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Inside our work in Haiti

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Children in Port-au-Prince, Haiti walk past rubble after the earthquake
A child stands in a temporary camp, where the IRC helps with health care
An IRC volunteer distributes emergency supplies and clean water to help Haitians
A girl sits in her tent housing while boys peek in, lacking privacy and security
Children jump rope, part of the IRC's child protection, reunification programs
Children sit in a Child Friendly Space in IRC education and protection programs
The IRC gives lanterns and other supplies to protect women in temporary camps
A father washes his child and brushes his teeth, showing healthy hygiene habits
A man stands in front of earthquake rubble, the IRC is helping Haiti rebuild
IRC staff in a temporary camp, which are vulnerable to storms and other threats
IRC staff tests water for cholera, the IRC prevents and treats cholera
Two girls smile; the IRC will help keep Haitians safe, healthy as they rebuild
Photo: Gerald Martone/The IRC

The IRC launched its efforts in Haiti immediately after the January 12, 2010 earthquake and continues to address environmental heath, family reunification and protection issues as the country recovers and rebuilds.