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Help rescue lives in Pakistan. Your gift will be matched dollar for dollar up to $100,000 by the Western Union Foundation to help the IRC deliver lifesaving aid in Pakistan.  Photo: Peter Biro/The IRC

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From Harm to Home

On the Ground in Haiti with Scott Pelley

CBS News correspondent Scott Pelley gives a glimpse of what the International Rescue Committee is doing on the ground to help earthquake survivors in Haiti. As the needs in Haiti remain great, the IRC is working hard to provide clean water, sanitation, education and support of women who face sexual violence in the wake of the disaster.

Last year, the IRC restored hope and opportunity for millions of conflict-affected people around the world.
Read our 2009 Annual Report >

 

Simon and Panther in their own words

When Panther got off the plane in New York City to record this interview, he still wasn't sure that it would really be his old, dear friend, and fellow Lost Boy, Simon meeting him there.
Hear his story >

For over 75 years, the IRC has been responding to the world's worst crises. Meet some of our extended family of refugees, staff, leaders and supporters.
Hear IRC voices >

Go behind the scenes of the IRC's lifesaving work with two award-winning IRC photographers.
Watch our archived webcast here >

 

Pakistan
Monsoon flooding has killed over 1,600 people, washed away homes, crops and farm animals and overwhelmed the Pakistani government. The IRC is delivering blankets and other urgently needed items to flood victims and working to prevent outbreaks of waterborne disease. 
Special Report >  Donate Now >

 

Haiti
Seven months after a massive earthquake struck Haiti, the IRC's teams of experts continue to deliver help and hope to the devastated city of Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas.
Special Report >  Blog>

 

Democratic Republic of Congo
Conflict and humanitarian crisis in Congo have caused an estimated 5.4 million deaths since 1998. Most of these deaths were from malaria, diarrhea, pneumonia and malnutrition--easily preventable and treatable conditions when people have access to health care and nutritious food.
IRC Studies > Photo Essay >