The IRC’s Nancy Dent describes her experiences confronting the largest European refugee crisis since World War II.

Families fleeing violence and persecution travel to the U.S. border because they are absolutely desperate and must escape, despite the dangers of the journey. Here's a closer look at how the IRC is helping families seeking asylum.

The International Rescue Committee helps children who, like Anita and her brothers, have suffered from trauma in Congo’s conflict.

As Oprah Winfrey spotlights the plight of people seeking asylum on Oprah's Book Club, we've created a reading list to help you better understand what's happening at the U.S.-Mexico border and what you can do to help.

A 6.0 magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan on Sunday, August 31st, has caused over 2,000 deaths across four provinces and severely damaged homes and health infrastructure.

The cumulative effects of unrelenting violence, forced displacement and the loss of an entire school year are likely to impact children in Gaza for the rest of their lives.