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The top 10 crises the world should be watching in 2020
While these countries represent less than 6 percent of the world’s population, they host more than half of all people identified as being in need globally.
- Article
- June 30, 2022
Domestic Violence Primary Threat to Women in Post-War West Africa
IRC calls partner abuse a public health crisis that must be placed on humanitarian agendas.
- Article
- July 6, 2022
Rwanda Plan explained: Why the UK Government shouldn’t be sending refugees anywhere
The UK and Rwanda previously signed an agreement for the UK to deport people seeking asylum in Britain to Rwanda. The UK Government should be protecting and welcoming asylum seekers and refugees, not sending them miles away.
- Article
- July 14, 2025
Five ways Disney’s Encanto celebrates refugees
In addition to the praise it has received for its representation of Colombia and Latinx cultures, Encanto has also sparked positive conversations about refugees and other displaced people.
- Article
- July 5, 2022
IRC President David Miliband's Harvard Kennedy School commencement address, May 27, 2015
- Press Release
- July 14, 2022
Why is international humanitarian law important?
Attacks on civilians and other violations of international humanitarian law reflect a growing trend in conflicts around the world.
- Article
- October 20, 2023
Greece
Greece currently hosts approximately 50,000 refugees, most of whom will remain in the country. The International Rescue Committee ensures these refugees understand their rights and provides them with job training, and psychosocial support so that they can rebuild their lives.
- Country
World Humanitarian Day letter to world leaders
- June 30, 2022