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Côte d’Ivoire
The International Rescue Committee provides vital support to Ivorians who continue to suffer the effects of years of violent civil war and economic unrest.
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As COVID-19 increases global food insecurity, less children are receiving nutrition support across conflict-affected states
- June 30, 2022
Mobile healthcare for a mobile population in Chad
Since 2012, the International Rescue Committee has been providing healthcare and nutrition services to the nomadic population across the region. This includes supporting small children and pregnant women threatened by malnutrition; a vital service as over 10% of children in the region suffer from malnutrition. As fixed settlements are few and far between, the IRC provides its services through mobile clinics - all free of charge.
- Article
- June 30, 2022
Overcoming Trauma in Niger's Classrooms
Poverty and a lack of classrooms and teachers prevent many local children from receiving an education. The IRC and the European Commission’s Humanitarian and Civil Protection department (ECHO) is supporting 16 classrooms in Tabareybarey refugee camp and 8 classrooms in Mangaize refugee camp – both in Niger. This work is supported as part of the EU Children of Peace initiative.
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- September 20, 2014
Liberia
The International Rescue Committee provides vital support to Liberians recovering from a 14-year civil war as well as the worst Ebola epidemic in history.
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Eight things you can do for Refugee Week
Refugee Week is coming up and you may be wondering what you can do to support refugees and people seeking safety in the UK and around the world.
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- June 16, 2025
Self-isolation is impossible for refugees on Greek islands
As Europe goes into lockdown, for the 20,000 refugees stuck on the Greek island of Lesvos, self-isolation is near-impossible. The IRC is providing vital information about COVID-19 for the refugee community living on the Greek islands, and continuing to offer mental health support to those struggling to cope. You can support our work responding to this crisis by making a donation.
- Video
- July 6, 2022
Two years since the Taliban took power in Afghanistan, how is the IRC helping people?
Our team’s ability to operate in communities across the country is rooted in their expertise and decades-long presence.
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- August 15, 2023
Resettlement Resources
The IRC in Europe supports local service providers including community based-organisations, municipalities, other public bodies as well as non-governmental organisations working towards the socio-economic inclusion, safety and self-sufficiency of refugees and asylum seekers. Resettlement Resources provides expert resources for local governments, civil society and community organisations delivering reception and integration services for resettled refugees and asylum seekers.
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- July 17, 2018
Monsoon season puts Rohingya refugees at risk – time for international support is now, says the International Rescue Committee
- June 30, 2022