For the first time ever, the world is facing the very real possibility of not one, but four simultaneous famines—in South Sudan, Somalia, Nigeria and Yemen. Thirty million people are facing starvation and living on the brink of what could become the biggest humanitarian crisis of our time.

Five crises that put the British “migrant crisis” in perspective

Warren is Darren's his best friend, confidant and the person that gave him the confidence to come out to his colleagues.

Ahead of the UNHCR High Level Meeting on Global Responsibility Sharing through Pathways for Admission of Syrian Refugees on March 30 in Geneva, NGOs send an open letter to global leaders.

Iraqis who fled ISIS describe the brutality and oppression they suffered under the extremist group’s rule.

An Iraqi family's first Christmas at home after ISIS

Cholera is an ancient illness that today kills only the poorest and most vulnerable people. How is it affecting Yemen and East Africa?

One frigid afternoon at the Info Park refugee information hub in Belgrade, Serbia, the door opened and two young boys walked in, their demeanor a mixture of relief and great fatigue. On this extremely cold day with temperatures dropping below freezing, one of them was wearing only a thin sweatshirt. They had just arrived that morning from Bulgaria.

Journey with our medical team as they bring their travelling clinic to the most remote parts of Yemen.

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.