Aishatu and Nana are two remarkable mothers aged 40 and 48, respectively. They live in Gwoza, a garrison town in northeast Nigeria that shelters 60,000 people, many of whom have been displaced by conflict.

The coronavirus pandemic has overwhelmed even countries with advanced health care systems. But while Europe and the United States face shortages of ventilators, intensive care units (ICUs) and protective equipment, many countries affected by conflict and crisis have virtually none to begin with.

In the heart of the Sahel, where conflicts and climate crisis collide, healthcare workers in Mali are quietly saving lives. They deserve the world’s attention. In a world of breaking news and short attention spans, few people in the international community know about the conflict in the Sahel, and what is happening in Mali. Yet today, over seven million Malians—almost one third of the population—are living through one of the most complex humanitarian crises of our time. A deadly mix of insecurity, extreme weather, displacement and hunger is devastating communities, particularly in the central region of Mopti.

In downtown Myitkyina, Kachin State, Lahtaw Zau Mun helps run the only health center for miles, which provides essential services for the hundreds of families who have been caught up in the ongoing conflict in Myanmar and displaced as a result.

Learn more about how the IRC is delivering lifesaving aid to Palestinians, and what you can do to help.

Newly engaged and working amid the conflict and crisis at home, Ukrainian refugee Anastasiia tries to rebuild her life.

Displaced by conflict and forced to live in makeshift shelters, many are without even the most basic essentials to keep warm or maintain their health. Learn more and see how the IRC is supporting people.

In Myanmar, conflict and natural disasters have left communities displaced and vulnerable. The International Rescue Committee’s (IRC) Mobile Clinic team provides a vital lifeline to those who need it. Among the many dedicated members of the team is Norr Sarah, a health counsellor committed to improving the mental well-being of displaced populations.