Over 1,400 people, including nearly 460 children, have been killed as the country is hit by severe flooding.

Protracted economic, political and security crises have rendered many countries ill-equipped to respond to COVID-19. Within these fragile contexts, refugees and people displaced by conflict and crisis will be disproportionately impacted by the pandemic. An effective response to COVID-19 requires both global and local solutions. IRC’s advocacy aims to secure funding and operational flexibilities, promote best practices, and address specific threats to the needs of the communities we serve.

Learn more about the ongoing crisis in Congo.

In March 2020, when the Ebola outbreak in Eastern DRC was nearing the end, the IRC consulted some affected communities to understand what had changed in their lives due to the Ebola response.

The International Rescue Committee in Wichita is closed to staff, clients and the general public due to COVID-19. Staff will continue to communicate with clients remotely during this time.

Learn more about how you can get involved with the H.O.M.E. Program!

At the IRC, we are doing more than just imagining a different future for women and girls affected by conflict and crisis. We’re focusing our resources and capabilities to help break down each of the barriers they face.