When 13-year-old Yasser from Syria enrolled in the International Rescue Committee’s psychosocial support programme, he rediscovered his love for art and for playing the buzuq, a string instrument similar to a lute.

As the refugee crisis in Europe and ongoing Syrian war continue to dominate news headlines, many countries struggle with conflict and natural disaster largely out of sight—and largely on their own.

The war in Yemen is contributing to what the United Nations says could become "the worst famine in the world in 100 years."

Violence, economic collapse and crippling shortages now dominate life in Venezuela. Since 2014, living standards have been in freefall with food, medicine and basic services all in short supply.

Breastfeeding is restoring hope and humanity in Michika, an area torn apart by conflict in northeast Nigeria.

28 years old Sahib* arrived in the UK with his family last year after fleeing Afghanistan in August. Since settling in the South East of the UK, Sahib* has been supported by the IRC’s integration programming. This month, Sahib*, his wife and their two daughters are celebrating Ramadan in the UK for the first time. He writes about his experience for the IRC.

Learn how the IRC is coming together with partners from across sectors to help families on the frontlines of the climate crisis.

Discover why humanitarian access is blocked in Gaza and other crisis zones—and how the IRC delivers lifesaving aid despite the challenges.