International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Delivering Sustainable Safe Services!

Every human being is entitled to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene, yet millions of people around the world still lack access to these basic necessities. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a non-profit organization that believes in delivering sustainable, safe services to people in need.They work with governments and their partners to build resilient systems that can provide long-term solutions and lasting change.IRC’s strategy is to tackle root causes and deliver holistic solutions. They don’t believe in piecemeal charity, as that won’t solve the larger problem.They are committed to providing sustainable safe services, which they believe are a gateway to justice and opportunity for people. Their mission is to deliver services, justice, and opportunity to people who need them the most.Unlike other organizations, IRC doesn’t just parachute in and out of countries. They are mostly citizens of the eight countries where they work: Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ghana, Honduras, India, Mali, Niger, and Uganda. They work directly with communities, public servants, experts, and decision-makers to facilitate collective action.They also work with water utilities, NGOs, citizen groups, and entrepreneurs to deliver long-term solutions that last.IRC champions their systems approach globally, as they believe that safe water and sanitation services can only be achieved through resilient systems.They have over half a century of experience in this field, and they know that it takes more than just hardware and investment to deliver clean water to our taps. They work with a range of institutions to support their effectiveness in delivering long-term solutions that can drive improvements.IRC is an organization that delivers strengthened systems and influences to build a common cause. They are committed to promoting water and sanitation as a gateway to tackle wider challenges and injustices.They build alliances with wider leaders, experts, and activists to promote their mission across the Sustainable Development Goals. IRC is making a real difference in the world by delivering sustainable safe services that can change lives.