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Helping Syrian Refugees
As United Nations observers arrive in Syria after a year of intense fighting, the IRC is providing emergency support for Syrian refugees who have found shelter in neighboring Jordan. Photo: REUTERS/Jamal Saidi, courtesy Trust.org - AlertNet
Crisis Watch: Syrian Refugees
Crisis in the Sahel
Drought is ravaging the Sahel countries of Africa, leading to soaring rates of malnutrition. Chad and Mali are among the hardest hit. In Mali, the hunger crisis combined with recent violence is threatening the lives of millions. (Photo: AFP/Getty)
Read about the IRC's emergency response
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home.
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April 17, 2012 | Blog Post
Reaching out to Somali girls in a Kenyan refugee camp
Adolescent girls in Hagadera face problems ranging from female genital mutilation to forced marriage and sexual violence. IRC-trained mentors are helping them develop confidence, social skills and economic acumen.
April 17, 2012 | Blog Post
Sahel drought emergency: Chad diary, day 2
The IRC's Sophia Jones-Mwangi writes from northern Chad about IRC nutrition and health programs that are helping people who are coping with drought there.
April 16, 2012 | Blog Post
Calling all volunteers
National Volunteer Appreciation Week is April 15-21. What better time to consider volunteering for the IRC at one of our 22 offices around the United States?
April 13, 2012 | Press Release
Press Release: Surge in refugees from South Kordofan fleeing into South Sudan
A new wave of refugees fleeing South Kordofan in the Republic of Sudan is crossing the border into South Sudan as violence in the embattled region escalates and a humanitarian crisis worsens.
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