IRC Donate☰ Threat of hunger Chad The International Rescue Committee provides vital support to local communities and refuges in Chad grappling with displacement and lack of adequate access to food and basic services. Country facts Total population: 15.8 million People displaced by crisis: 706,000 Rank in Human Development Index: 186 out of 188 IRC response Started working in Chad: 2004 Chad crisis briefing Located in the Sahel region of Africa, Chad is grappling with regional refugee crises in addition to seasonal droughts and flooding that destroy crops and threaten millions of people with hunger. What caused the current crisis in Chad? What are the main humanitarian challenges in Chad? How does the IRC help in Chad? What still needs to be done? SEE ALL News and features Climate change How climate change drives humanitarian crises The triple threat of conflict, COVID-19 and climate change are dramatically worsening already dire situations around the globe. Find out what you need to know and explore solutions. Get the facts IRC Voices Mia Farrow: Eyewitness to a better way to treat malnutrition Read and share Video Mia Farrow visits the IRC's malnutrition programs in Chad Watch and share Video Climate change is a 'big factor' in Chad's hunger crisis Watch and share Empowering women Family planning helps refugees regain control of their lives Read the article Press releases Mia Farrow: More must be done, including better collaboration, by global community to treat malnutrition October 4, 2019 Statement by David Miliband, President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee, at the conclusion of his four-day visit to Chad and Cameroon July 10, 2019 VISIT OUR MEDIA CENTER Crisis Watch Who We Are Where We Work What We Do How To Help Latest Contact Us Donor Help Code of Conduct Ethics Hotline Our efficiency 87% Program services 8% Management & general 5% Fundraising Donate Join our mailing list Get the latest news about the IRC's innovative programs, compelling stories about our clients and how you can make a difference. Subscribe Follow us Global Affiliates: IRC UK Stichting Vluchteling Respecting Your Privacy Terms and Conditions International Rescue Committee is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. EIN number 13-5660870. Copyright © International Rescue Committee, 2021 × Help us send emergency aid to Afghanistan and crisis zones worldwide.Donate now