Do refugees have to seek asylum in the first country they enter? Why don't asylum seekers stop before they get to the UK? It’s time to separate the myths from the facts…

Somalia now ranks at the top of the International Rescue Committee’s Emergency Watchlist. Here are five reasons why the country could face the world’s worst crisis in 2023.

Humanitarian aid saves millions of lives each year and creates a safer world. Learn more about what it is, why it’s important and what you can do to help.

The topic of refugees is often misunderstood or misrepresented. Discussions frequently emphasize numbers and statistics, which can overshadow the human stories behind them. Continue reading to discover important facts and figures about refugees, along with the real stories of the people served by the IRC.

As we mark a decade of conflict in Ukraine and two years since the war escalated, we share the inspiring stories of the Ukrainian families we have assisted. We reflect on their resilience and bravery as they build new communities, enroll their children in local schools and start brand new careers. 

In 1991, Muyambo Marcel Chishimba was forced to flee his home in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Today, he is rebuilding his life—and his art career.