After the recent transfer of power in Afghanistan, here’s a look at what Afghan women and girls need right now and what can be done to help.

Netflix’s Transatlantic is based on a historical fiction book that tells the story of Varian Fry and his team’s work evacuating refugees from Vichy France during World War II. Their legacy is a central part of the IRC’s foundation. Find out more about our origin story and the inspiration behind Transatlantic here.

The IRC in NJ continues to serve the Afghan community across all departments. Women in Action (WIA) is a career development program embedded in the IRC in NJ’s Refugee Career Pathways program. The goal of WIA is to help participants identify personal and career goals in a supportive environment, embrace an active role in building family economic self-sufficiency, and increase connections with a wider community.  

Meghan López, who leads the IRC’s work in El Salvador, explains why Central Americans are risking their lives to flee their countries.

Children in Gaza face war, hunger and trauma. Learn how the IRC provides vital aid and how you can help save lives and restore hope.

From the hills of Nepal, Sangam finds a supportive community within the IRC.