Stories

Teaching under trees to give refugees an education despite all odds

As access to quality education remains a challenge in Nduta camp, Tanzania, a Burundian teacher holds classes outdoors

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

Salvadorans fleeing street gangs find safety in Belize village

Set up to shelter civil war refugees during the turbulent 1980s, the Valley of Peace is now welcoming Central Americans fleeing violent crime.

17 Jul 2017

New facility for refugees in Greece revives abandoned buildings

A former youth hostel has been renovated thanks to European Commission funding, helping to home around 500 refugees.

14 Jul 2017

Canada is 70 years a sanctuary for Ukrainian mother

Marta fled Ukraine during the Second World War and found refuge across the Atlantic. Now, after 70 years, she is proud to call Canada her home.

13 Jul 2017