This World Humanitarian Day, we honor those who have dedicated their lives to helping those in need.

Meet Firas, 22, who worked with Refugee.Info, a digital service created by the International Rescue Committee in partnership with Google, Microsoft and Trip Advisor. The online and mobile platform provides crucial information to refugees seeking asylum from war and persecution.

Humanitarian aid saves millions of lives each year and creates a safer world. Learn more about what it is, why it’s important and what you can do to help.