Humanitarian Crisis

The International Catholic Migration Commission often responds to humanitarian crises throughout the world. While the term is frequently used in the news, what exactly is a humanitarian crisis? Simply, a humanitarian crisis is any event or series of events that directly threatens a group of people's lives, livelihoods, or ability to meet their fundamental needs. Often, a humanitarian crisis will affect a whole area or group of people. Further, a humanitarian crisis may be the result of a natural event, but could also stem from social or political upheaval.

A humanitarian crisis usually causes human migration, as those who are threatened attempt to seek refuge elsewhere. Migration presents its own humanitarian challenges, as migrants are subjected to hardship during and after the migration process. ICMC aids and advocates for migrants all over the world by responding to humanitarian crises.

Our programs help migrants and refugees in the places they flee to and help them live better, more dignified lives. ICMC distributes services and supplies to migrants and refugees, treating their immediate needs. In addition, we help them build skills and networks that help them rebuild their lives. While we cannot prevent a humanitarian crisis, ICMC is here to help those affected by it. Learn more by visiting our website.

About the International Catholic Migration Commission

The International Catholic Migration Commission is a nonprofit organization that protects, serves, and advocates for displaced people throughout the world. We help refugees, asylum-seekers, victims of human trafficking, and migrants of all faiths, races, and ethnicities forge lives in safety and dignity.

With support from people like you, ICMC delivers humanitarian aid and social development, protects vulnerable migrants, contributes to refugee resettlement efforts, advocates before governments, and partners with civic leaders. We seek a sustainable solution to dangerous migration and refugee crises.

Find out more by visiting our website.