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Afghanistan: One year of neglect causes humanitarian needs to soar by a third, the IRC warns the current crisis could kill more Afghans than 20 years of war
- Press Release
- August 23, 2022
What is gender-based violence – and how do we prevent it?
In crisis, the risk of GBV increases, and so does our collective need to act to prevent GBV before it happens or respond to the needs of women and girls when it does.
- Article
- October 27, 2023
Stories from Sudan: The largest humanitarian crisis on record
The civil war in Sudan has created the largest humanitarian crisis on record. These are the real stories of survivors—and the heroes among them—who risked everything to protect their families and their communities.
- Article
- April 14, 2025
Five places bearing the brunt of the climate crisis
Countries contributing least to climate change are hardest hit by the climate crisis.
- Article
- September 22, 2022
Afghanistan
The International Rescue Committee provides vital support to Afghans who have endured four decades of violent conflict, as well as natural disasters and an economic collapse.
- Country
United States
The United States has a long tradition of offering refuge to those fleeing persecution and war. However, the Trump administration, citing unfounded security concerns, put a travel ban in place, suspended the refugee resettlement program for 120 days and slashed refugee arrivals by more than half.
- Country
Supporting Refugees in the UK
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) provides specialist services for refugees, asylum seekers, and other vulnerable migrants. Our UK programmes help people fleeing from war, violence and persecution in countries like Syria, Ukraine, Afghanistan, Sudan and Iraq. We help new arrivals in the UK to navigate local services like healthcare and education and support them to find employment and gain the skills that will allow them to prosper in the UK.
10 crises the world can’t ignore in 2025
Each year, the IRC’s Emergency Watchlist identifies and ranks the countries most at risk for experiencing a new or worsening humanitarian crisis.
- Article
- April 11, 2025
Lebanon
The IRC provides emergency aid and long-term support to people affected by crises across Lebanon.
- Country
The top 10 crises the world can’t ignore in 2024
Each year, the IRC lists the countries at greatest risk of worsening humanitarian crisis over the coming year.
- Article
- December 12, 2024