International Rescue Committee president and CEO David Miliband recently visited the IRC’s Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Congo has spent decades in the grip of violent conflict, and attacks on health centers are hindering efforts to treat patients and prevent the spread of the virus.  

This month, the International Rescue Committee’s crisis news roundup looks at recent deaths in the Mediterranean linked to conflict in Libya, Venezuela's growing instability in the midst of political turmoil and the grave impact of intensified air strikes in Syria.

What does it mean to run your own business? For someone rebuilding their life after a crisis, it can be a lifeline, providing independence, income and a chance to contribute to their community. But when it comes to making business dreams a reality, the first step is often the hardest to take. The IRC and Citi Foundation are working together to empower young entrepreneurs with the resources they need to get their businesses off the ground.

Tarek came to Jordan after fleeing conflict in Syria. In Jordan, Tarek was able to receive training and funding from the IRC's Back My Business programme. Tarek has now setup a hairdressing salon, which he named after his son, Jood.

Refugees make our world better. As the world refugee crisis continues in 2019, join the IRC, Lena Headey, Mandy Patinkin, Keegan-Michael Key and others: Pledge to welcome and support refugees this World Refugee Day.

This World Refugee Day, Mandy Patinkin wrote a special letter to author, educator, political activist, -- and refugee-- Elie Wiesel. The fact is, our world would be a far different place if refugees were turned away. From art to science, film and business, music and technology, refugees have been drivers of major cultural and societal achievements. Join Mandy and #StandWithRefugees. 

This World Refugee Day, Keegan-Michael Key wrote a special letter to physicist, Nobel Laureate -- and refugee-- Albert Einstein. The fact is, our world would be a far different place if refugees were turned away. From art to science, film and business, music and technology, refugees have been drivers of major cultural and societal achievements. 

Sir Anish Kapoor and President & CEO of the International Rescue Committee David Miliband come together at Tate Modern to celebrate the contribution of artists who have fled their homes to the arts. When we welcome refugees they shape our world for the better. Join our global call to welcome. Sign our open letter to refugees.

In accessing paid, decent work, refugee women face restrictive labour market laws, an increased threat of violence, discrimination, as well as regulatory and administrative barriers.

It will take the vigilance of every man, woman -- and child -- to end the deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Five-year-old Niclette takes that responsibility very seriously. Watch as she explains what needs to be done to combat the virus at a Children's Parliament organized by the International Rescue Committee in the city of Beni.