Stories
The Sound of Peace
Born deaf, little Abdu fled the war in Syria at age three. Now he lives in Germany, where surgery and hearing aids are transforming his world.
Realizing my dreams
Two years ago, Hany fled Syria with his family and sought safety in Lebanon. Now a refugee, he shares his story in his own words.
A Natural Humanitarian
After fleeing their homeland, refugees like Dr. Ahmed are volunteering to help fellow Syrians adjust to life in exile.
Welcome to Calais
For thousands of people fleeing war and persecution at home, the French port of Calais feels like a point of no return.
Syrian refugees face new hunger threat
As winter sets in, a funding crisis forces the World Food Programme to suspend critical food assistance for 1.7 million Syrian refugees.
An Uncle Throws a Lifeline
Biel fled South Sudan with his pregnant wife. Now caring for five nephews orphaned by illness and war, he pins his hopes on education.
Orphans in the Kitchen
Surrounded by trauma and heartbreak, one refugee finds a new calling: cooking and caring for children who have lost their parents in wartime.
Inside the triangle of death
Rich in minerals, Katanga is a magnet for conflict. Burned villages dot the landscape and women's bodies are part of the battleground.
A Family Made Whole Again
Idris was separated from his wife and sons as they fled the fighting in Central African Republic. Eight agonizing months later, they reunite.