International Rescue Committee’s Approach to Early Childhood Development in Emergencies and Beyond
In this episode, Ms. Rahat Rizwan, Senior Coordinator for Education and Early Childhood Development (ECD) at the International Rescue Committee (IRC), Pakistan, joins Ms. Khadija Khan, CEO of the Pakistan Alliance for Early Childhood, to discuss IRC’s ongoing efforts to advance ECD, particularly in emergency and crisis contexts.
The discussion explores IRC’s global and national strategies for promoting early childhood development, focusing on the tools and approaches used to support caregivers, families, frontline workers, and children in challenging environments. The conversation also highlights IRC’s evidence-based programming and its commitment to ensuring the sustainability and long-term impact of its interventions.
Both guests emphasise the importance of collaboration between government, the private sector, and civil society to strengthen investment in ECD — a crucial step toward building a healthier, happier, and more prosperous Pakistan.