IRC Donate☰ Shattered lives Syria Crisis Watch The International Rescue Committee provides lifesaving support to Syrians struggling to survive after nearly ten years of war. The IRC makes urgent call for more support to boost COVID response A hospital in northern Aleppo supported by IRC partner SAMS was hit with explosive weapons on June 12, killing 14 people and injuring at least 11 others. Four staff members of SAMS and another IRC partner organisation, Shafak, were among those killed in the attack on Al-Shifaa Hospital. This is the 11th attack on health care facilities in Syria that has been recorded so far this year. Health facilities are protected under international law and should be safe havens in times of crisis, but after 10 years of armed conflict, this is not the case in Syria. Read our statement Donate now Country facts Population: 17.5 million People displaced by crisis: 12.3 million Rank in Human Development Index: 151 of 189 IRC response Started work in Syria: 2012 People assisted: Nearly 1 million in 2019 Syria crisis briefing Nearly ten years of war in Syria has left 13.1 million people in need of aid. The vast majority of Syrians live in poverty. Through programmes coordinated by our teams based in Iraq, Jordan and Syria, the IRC provides emergency and long-term services to displaced families and Syrians who have stayed in their homes. What caused the current crisis in Syria? What are the main humanitarian challenges in Syria? How does the IRC help in Syria? What still needs to be done? SEE ALL Our impact In 2018, the IRC and our partner organisations in Syria provided: 853,000 patients with primary, reproductive and trauma care in clinics and through our mobile medical teams. This Syrian paramedic in Eastern Ghouta risks shelling and airstrikes to save countless lives. Read his story. 22,000+ women and girls—many survivors of assault and abuse—find safety and support. Her family scattered by war, this Syrian grandmother gets support at a women’s centre. Read Hila's story 500,000+ people with job training and cash or vouchers to help them buy food and other essential items for their families. Economic wellbeing means people have their most basic survival needs met and have sustainable income and assets so they can prosper. Explore our education work. News and features The walk Celebrating Little Amal and the refugee children that inspired her journey Little Amal, the giant puppet, is arriving in London. Here are three real-life refugee children that she represents. Read the article Day of the girl The five most challenging places to grow up a girl Read the article Women and girls International Day of the Girl 2021 Read the article Women and girls Women can change the world. Here's how the IRC is supporting women to reach their potential Read the article Video Meet Diala Brisly: refugee, activist and artist Watch the video Press releases Second COVID wave hits NW Syria as hostilities increase, tests and 02 supplies run out; IRC calls for ceasefire and urgent support for COVID response September 15, 2021 The IRC responds to today's UNSC vote on Syria Cross-Border Aid July 9, 2021 VISIT OUR MEDIA CENTRE Crisis Watch Who We Are Where We Work What We Do How To Help Latest Careers Contact Us Code of Conduct Ethics Hotline Our efficiency 87% Programme Services 8% Administration 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 US Stichting Vluchteling Modern Slavery Act Respecting Your Privacy Terms and Conditions IRC-UK is a registered charity, number 1065972. Copyright © International Rescue Committee, 2021 × Our site uses cookies. You are agreeing to our use of cookies by browsing our site.Please read our cookie policy.