The war against Boko Haram, the world's deadliest terror group, has uprooted 14.8 million people in northeastern Nigeria who now face the threat of famine. The crisis is man-made, but the solutions are too. Unless the world pays attention, nothing will change.

After leaving violence, economic collapse and crippling shortages behind in Venezuela, a young family starts over in neighboring Colombia with help from the IRC.

This National Volunteer Week, communities across the country partner with the IRC to welcome and empower refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors of trafficking. In these turbulent times, collective support and dedicated service means more than ever.

Between October 2024 and March 2025, the IRC’s protection monitoring in Anbar, Kirkuk, and Ninewa identified ongoing challenges for IDPs, returnees, and host communities. Key issues included access to essential services, civil documentation gaps, child protection risks, and emerging vulnerabilities related to climate change.