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Nansen Refugee Award
Nominations launch for 2018 UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award
UNHCR are searching for a hero supporting refugees, internally displaced and stateless people. Do you know an inspirational individual or group making a difference?
Nominate them before 8 February 2018 - click here for more information.
Our 2017 winner is Mr. Zannah Mustapha - a lawyer, school-founder and peace-maker from north east Nigeria.
Mustapha was honoured during the Nansen Refugee Award ceremony on 2 October for his dedication and commitment to ensuring children and orphans affected by the conflict in Borno State can attend school. Read more about this incredible winner.
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