The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization that was founded in 1933 to support refugees and people affected by conflict and disaster. The organization is based in New York City and operates in over 40 countries around the world.
IRC’s mission is to provide emergency relief, rebuild communities, and help people affected by conflict and disaster to recover and regain control of their lives. They work in a range of sectors, including health, education, protection, and economic empowerment, to address the immediate needs of communities affected by crisis and to help build long-term resilience.
Some of IRC’s key programs include providing healthcare and nutrition services, shelter and protection for refugees and displaced people, education and vocational training for children and youth, and support for women’s empowerment and gender equality. They also work to promote human rights, improve governance and civic participation, and support sustainable economic development.
IRC is funded by a variety of sources, including government grants, private donations, and partnerships with other organizations. They are committed to transparency and accountability in their operations, and regularly report on their activities and outcomes to their stakeholders and partners.
The organization employs over 20,000 staff around the world, including many local staff who are from the communities they serve. They also work closely with local partners and stakeholders to ensure that their programs are responsive to the needs of the communities they serve.