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We take special care to bring you the latest refugee news and stories of the men, women and children we help each day.
A sporting chance: images of hope for the displaced
A new photo exhibition in Paris, on show throughout the Olympic and Paralympic Games, captures the power of sport for refugees and displaced people.
Data visualization tracks myriad dangers faced by refugees and migrants on land routes across Africa
Interactive maps, charts, photos and text detail a litany of abuses on journeys through East and West Africa and across the Sahara.
In Brazil, a Syrian refugee seizes every opportunity to thrive in his new life
Brazil is a model for how refugees – when given the chance – can make important contributions to the communities that welcome them.
Regular status helps Venezuelan entrepreneur weave dreams and hopes for the future in Ecuador
The regularization process in Ecuador has allowed thousands of people forced to leave their countries to access basic services, health and formalize their businesses.
Visually impaired women find hope in eastern Afghanistan
With tailored support, women who are blind are gaining the education, skills, and confidence to build a brighter, more independent future.
An archive that saves lives
This digitization program supported by UNHCR and funded by the Government of Canada has been key to responding to the growing number of asylum applications in Mexico, which surpassed all records in 2023, when more than 140,000 people applied for international protection in the country.
As Sudan war drags on, millions still languish in displacement camps
With no end to the violence in Sudan, nearly 2 million people have been forced to flee to neighbouring countries including South Sudan, where at least 1,000 people still cross the border daily.
Facing grief and hunger, Sudanese refugees in Chad hope the world will not forget them
With over 600,000 new Sudanese refugees in Chad and more streaming in every day, underfunded humanitarian agencies are struggling to provide adequate assistance.
Digital hub connects displaced people in Burkina Faso to new opportunities
In the city of Kaya, a ‘Connectivity Centre’ means host communities and forcibly displaced people can access online courses, learn new digital skills, and stay in touch with loved ones.
Live blog 2024: Show your solidarity this World Refugee Day
Welcome to the World Refugee Day 2024 live blog, highlighting stories and events from around the globe celebrating the strength and courage of people forced to flee their homes.
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