Syrian mothers at Arbat camp in Iraq wouldn’t sit by as their daughters lost an education. Instead, they took action.

I am Ayesiga Benna. I am a nurse working for the International Rescue Committee in Uganda and I’m on the frontline making sure that the country is ready and able to fight Ebola.

Humanitarian needs are skyrocketing, with 339 million people expected to need assistance by 2024—a 400% increase in five years. At the IRC, we tackle this challenge through innovation and cost-effectiveness, ensuring every pound spent delivers maximum impact.

This Valentines Day we’re celebrating our staff who provide life-saving work across the world - and their partners’ that have supported them throughout the coronavirus pandemic and beyond.