Despite ceasefire talks and “de-escalation” areas, peace has not broken out in Syria. Civilians across the country remain in grave danger, and millions have been forced to flee their homes. IRC aid workers report from four Syrian conflict zones.

Refugee families, survivors of human trafficking and other vulnerable populations that we serve will be disproportionately affected by the impact of COVID-19 on our community in the coming weeks. Please donate to the IRC in Florida’s Crisis Prevention Fund and help us ensure our newest neighbors have the resources and services they need to get through this trying time.

Recommendations from LGBTQI-led and -serving organization representatives, researchers, and activists on ethical and equitable research practices on LGBTQI people in emergencies.

The IRC conducted a pilot in South Sudan to determine the feasibility of low-literate community health workers providing treatment for severe acute malnutrition in their communities.

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The IRC in Salt Lake City’s team of trained interpreters help families overcome challenges and access the services they need by breaking down language barriers.

Syrian refugee Tamam Al Sharaa and his family now live in an apartment in North Dallas, Texas. The IRC defended the family’s right to resettle in Texas and helped them obtain housing and work in their new neighborhood.

Imagine fleeing war with your children, leaving everything you know behind. Now, picture a new life starting to take shape, but a crucial piece missing: reliable transportation. This was Iryna's reality, until an unexpected jingle of keys unlocked more than just a car door, but a future filled with possibility.

In 2022, the IRC in Silver Spring supported over 150 Ukrainians who came to the U.S. since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. While each newcomer has a different story, they share in the experience of fleeing their home country for fear of violence and persecution. In recognition of the one-year anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine, we spoke with client, Zhumaima, who came to the U.S. in July 2022 after leaving Ukraine.