Family planning is one of the most life-saving and empowering interventions in health. Yet misguided assumptions are restricting it from the women and girls who need it most.

The Democratic Republic of Congo features on this year’s emergency watchlist. This is why.

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) Emergency Watchlist 2022 is a call to action for global leaders and the general public.

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.

Led by Ukrainian Caseworker, Katya Galytska, and with live interpretation provided by Ukrainian Case Aide, Alina Linchevska, the workshop brought around 50 new Ukrainian neighbors—including many families with small children—to the IRC in Atlanta office for coffee and breakfast, socializing and networking, and opportunities to engage with and ask questions of expert staff from across our programs.