The International Rescue Committee is a leading humanitarian agency dedicated to the health and survival of the most vulnerable people around the world. From the earliest stages of emergencies through recovery, we provide essential services.

Meet Nawras, a Syrian 10 year old in Jordan whose name means “seagull” and whose best friend is a rooster.

The war in Yemen is contributing to what the U.N. says could become "the worst famine in the world in 100 years." 22 million people are in need of aid.

With new families arriving at a break-neck pace, the IRC in Charlottesville has temporarily housed several Afghan families in hotels in Waynesboro. IRC Volunteers in Waynesboro organized to welcome these families, offering English instruction, outings exploring the community, and friendship.

In Kenya, initiatives like TeachWell are demonstrating the essential role of teacher training in improving educational outcomes in refugee communities.