Helping refugees continue to learn
A new program, Coursera for Refugees, aims to help refugees continue to learn through online courses as they work to resettle.
Want to make the world a safer place? Feed the hungry.
The Feed the Future initiative focuses its efforts on 19 countries to help boost local economies and prevent hunger and malnutrition.
U.S. will meet 2016 Syrian refugee goal
The Obama administration is on track to meet its goal, set in September 2015, of resettling 10,000 Syrian refugees in the United States.
Bringing attention to World Refugee Day
Actress and activist Angelina Jolie Pitt urges everyone to understand the size of the current refugee crisis and what it means for the world.
2015 was Americans’ most generous year ever
Americans gave $373.25 billion to charities and nonprofits in 2015, with a 17.4 percent rise in giving to international affairs organizations.
Remembering the Chernobyl disaster
The U.S. pledges an additional $10 million to help ensure the safety of future generations living in the area affected by the Chernobyl nuclear disaster.
Displaced Iraqis gain safe havens with U.S. help
A $155 million aid package will provide supplies and educational materials for about 10 million Iraqis needing help.
One year later: Nepali earthquake recovery moves forward [video]
Rebuilding after a natural disaster can take years — but innovation is pointing the way forward in Nepal 12 months after a huge earthquake.
International efforts empower displaced Iraqis
In times of need, the international community provides assistance to displaced people for them to rebuild and maintain a sustainable living.