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UN High Commissioner for Refugees praises Latin America for its commitment to the inclusion of all those in need of protection
UNHCR Chief Filippo Grandi applauds Latin America for its solidarity and commitment to protect refugees, asylum seekers and displaced people.
Sport and Entertainment talent “in conversation” with the IOC Refugee Olympic Team Tokyo 2020
A series of interviews will tell the stories of the Refugee Olympic Team athletes by bringing them together with big names in film, entertainment and sport.
UNHCR warns of vaccine gap risk for world’s stateless
UNHCR is warning that many of the world’s stateless people may miss out on vaccinations as a result of their lack of citizenship.
UEFA and UNHCR team up to congratulate UEFA Football and Refugees Grant Scheme winners
UEFA and UNHCR teamed up to recognise six European national football associations for their success in helping refugees rebuild their lives.
Live blog 2021: This World Refugee Day, we are stronger together
On World Refugee Day, UNHCR honours the courage of those who have been forced to flee and the people around the world who have welcomed them.
‘Running helped me to find myself’
Olympic marathon runner and former refugee Yonas Kinde knows first-hand the power of sport to forge friendships, stay healthy and rebuild lives.
Dance programme helps Venezuelan teen settle into new life in Panama
Programa Enlaces uses art and dance to build bridges between communities, helping young refugees adjust to life in their new host country.
Statement by UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi on World Refugee Day
On World Refugee Day, as we pause to express solidarity with refugees in our communities and around the world, let us acknowledge and admire the drive, determination, and contributions made by people forced to flee, says UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi.
Forced displacement hit new high in 2020 despite fewer routes to safety
The number of people forced to flee their homes reached a new peak last year, as COVID-19 failed to prevent conflict.
UNHCR: World leaders must act to reverse the trend of soaring displacement
Despite the pandemic, the number of people fleeing in 2020 rose to nearly 82.4 million people, according to UNHCR’s latest Global Trends report.
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