Humanitarian and development needs are growing, while financial resources are increasingly constrained. As stewards of limited funds, we have a responsibility to make the most positive change in the lives of as many people in need as possible. We can make better decisions on which activity to implement and how to implement it, based on equity, client needs, effectiveness, efficiency, and quality.

This month, the International Rescue Committee's crisis news roundup looks at new clashes threatening a ceasefire in Yemen, a worsening crisis that has driven millions of Venezuelans from their country, and fears an Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo could spread beyond its borders.