Stories

Given a helping hand, Syrian schoolgirls excel in exile

After fleeing for safety in Lebanon, sisters Taqla and Sara are making the most of the opportunity to continue their education.

3 Aug 2017

Literacy classes open new doors for Syrian women in Lebanon

Volunteer Fatima Al Obeid launched classes for refugee parents eager to help their children with their homework.

31 Jul 2017

Musician who fled Colombia finds his forte in Canada

Ruben Esguerra fled conflict in Colombia and found a warm welcome in Canada, where he uses music to build bridges in the community.

28 Jul 2017

Myanmar's ethnic divisions are forgotten in town's busy market

Communities in Rakhine state set aside personal differences and come together to make a living.

27 Jul 2017

'Welcome to Uganda'

The Kite Runner author and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Khaled Hosseini talks to refugees fleeing war-torn South Sudan.

26 Jul 2017

Sky is the limit for refugee who fled Somalia

Arriving in Canada as refugee was overwhelming for Osman, but now he has found his feet and is determined to help others.

25 Jul 2017

Tortured Burundi teacher finds peace in Canada

After being tortured for half a year back in Burundi, Jean-Claude finally found safety in Canada. Now he is determined to help others in need.

21 Jul 2017

Farmhouse welcomes refugees to the British countryside

In a picturesque English village, one couple have transformed their home into a haven for people who have fled violence and persecution.

20 Jul 2017

Refugee from El Salvador gives back to her adopted homeland

Gladys Zuniga came to Canada to find safety for her children. Three decades later, she is still showing gratitude to the country she now calls home.

18 Jul 2017