OCHA - United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs

Published purpose

The Integrated Regional Information Networks (IRIN) is a humanitarian news service covering sub-Saharan Africa, parts of Asia and the Middle East. IRIN's principal role is to supply non-partisan, relevant information to a diverse audience of humanitarian actors, including decision-makers in governments, vulnerable populations, and local and international media, with the aim of promoting a better understanding of persistent crises and new emergencies. Its coverage helps to establish a common understanding of key humanitarian concerns and acts as an important link to those affected by crisis. With CIDA support, IRIN contributes to strengthening the international humanitarian assistance system by improving the impact of relief assistance through improved coordination and information and by gaining a better understanding of rapidly changing humanitarian contexts.