International Rescue Committee

This past week, Earth set new records for the hottest day ever seen — twice in a row. As the global climate crisis unfolds, this type of extreme weather is unfortunately becoming more and more common. Yet it’s important to note that not everyone is impacted equally. Some of the areas most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change are already dealing with humanitarian emergencies. And the cumulative effects of conflict, crisis and instability can have devastating effects. Swipe to learn more ➡️ Climate change is not a problem for future generations to solve. To learn more about how we’re helping vulnerable communities prepare for and respond to the climate crisis, visit Rescue.org/Climate

It’s our birthday! 91 years ago today, the IRC began as a daring initiative to help refugees flee Nazi Germany. Nearly a century later, we’re continuing to build our legacy by standing at the forefront of humanitarian crisis response worldwide. Swipe through the timeline below to learn about just some of the major milestones we’ve hit along the way.

"If we do not preserve the environment, we destroy the entire planet,” says Jordanian beekeeper, Huthaifa. With support from the IRC and Citi Foundation, he's grown 3 hives to 130 and a thriving honey business. Here is Huthaifa’s story:

We are delighted to announce that Ahlan Simsim – the early childhood development initiative from the IRC and Sesame Workshop – was named a winner in Fast Company's 2024 Innovation by Design Awards. We are honored to be recognized alongside designers and organizations that are solving the problems of today and tomorrow. #FCDesignAwards https://lnkd.in/eAz3azA8

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Ten years ago, Hamida was forced to start her life again after her family fled Syria. Today, with support from the IRC and Citi Foundation, she’s following her dream as a professional photographer in Amman, Jordan. Watch her story:

Over 35 people been killed and thousands left stranded without access to basic facilities by severe storms and flash flooding in Afghanistan. The IRC has deployed a mobile health team to the worst affected areas of Surkhrod district in Nangarhar, and is preparing two further emergency response teams to support those who have been injured or are cut off from mainstream services. The storms have caused further damage to infrastructure in an area still recovering from devastating floods just two months ago. The IRC's Afghanistan Director Salma Ben Aissa warned that the continuation of climate disasters in the country should be cause for "grave concern": "Decades of conflict and economic crisis has meant that the country has faced setback after setback as it tries to find its feet. The sad reality is that without a massive increase in support from donors and the international community, many more will lose their lives.” Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e6Rwb4Yv

How can crocheting help tackle malnutrition in Chad? In Fourkoulom camp for internally displaced people, Djenembou has found a unique way of helping new mothers to learn about breastfeeding. Malnutrition is a growing problem amongst those displaced by conflict in Lake Chad, and children under 5 are particularly vulnerable. Providing support for breastfeeding mothers is one way the IRC is helping to address the crisis, in collaboration with European Commission - ECHO. As well as creating tools for demonstrating breastfeeding technique, Djenembou also teaches crocheting, sewing and knitting to other women in the camp, providing them with skills they can use to earn an income.

The IRC strongly condemns today's attack on a children's hospital in Kyiv. No child should grow up under the threat of missile strikes or be at risk of dying amidst the rubble of hospitals, which are meant to be safe havens for healing and recovery. Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the WHO has recorded nearly 1,700 attacks on health care facilities in Ukraine. Our medical teams witness the daily toll of fighting on people who are unable to seek much needed care in hospitals reduced to rubble, reach the nearest pharmacy due to ongoing fighting, or simply afford much-needed medicines. A recent survey conducted by the IRC in frontline areas found that: 1 in 10 people in Ukraine cannot access critical healthcare. 54% of respondents struggle to afford medication for themselves or their family 15% said mental health care is a pressing issue This underscores the continued need for mental health support, as issues like stress, anxiety, and fear for personal safety prevail close to the frontlines and among first responders. Footage via Suspilne Ukraine

Checking in with some mid-year reminders ✊