IRC and Standard Chartered Foundation improve economic inclusion outcomes for over 800 entrepreneurs in Sierra Leone and Cameroon

Many Afghan female-identifying women* arrived in New York City with their education and economic goals as part of their resettling journey. This past year in 2022, the IRC in NY’s Education & Learning (E&L) team designed a program for Afghan women.

Leidi, a widowed mother of two, arrived in Atlanta as a refugee from Guatemala. With the support of the IRC, she found safety, secured employment, and began establishing a stable future for her family. Today, they are thriving and optimistic about their continued growth, exemplifying the transformative power of community and compassion.

In Yemen after nearly a half-decade of war, 80 percent of the population is in need of aid. But it’s women and girls who have been hit hardest by the conflict.

An IRC intern shares how meaningful moments, like helping a family settle into their new home, make a lasting impact and create brighter futures for newly resettled families.

A resource for students to use in the UK if experiencing a hate crime.

Around the world, climate change is accelerating life-threatening heat waves. Some communities lack the necessary resources to ensure their safety.