Within hours of the devastating January 2010 earthquake, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) sent a team to Haiti to assess the critical needs of survivors, provide clean water, sanitation and health care, and address the special needs of women and girls. We continue to work with local partners to provide direct support to nearly 100,000 people in 30 camps, while empowering Haitians to take part in the rebuilding of their country.
The IRC in Haiti
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Inside our work in Haiti
The IRC launched its efforts in Haiti immediately after the January 12, 2010 earthquake and continues to address environmental heath, family reunification and protection issues as the country recovers and rebuilds.
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How We Help
- The IRC is delivering health care services and fighting a deadly outbreak of cholera.
- To prevent disease, we are providing clean water, building latrines and washing facilities, and managing waste.
- We are keeping separated children safe while working to reunite them with family members.
- The IRC is working to prevent sexual violence against women and to protect and support survivors.
- IRC economic recovery programs are helping people earn a living.
