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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.
Communities in Afghanistan struggle to recover after devastating floods
Last month’s catastrophic flash flooding in Afghanistan left thousands of families displaced and their homes and livelihoods in ruins. Now they need support to recover and rebuild.
UNHCR archive offers insights and inspiration in addressing forced displacement
A unique and immense trove of carefully stored materials reveals the history of the UN Refugee Agency and the stories of the people it serves.
Inclusion in Ethiopia’s ID system opens new doors for refugees
A landmark digital identity initiative in Ethiopia integrates refugees and asylum-seekers into the country’s national systems, providing hope along with access to national services.
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