Stories

Racing to avert a monsoon catastrophe in Bangladesh

UNHCR is relocating Rohingya refugees threatened by floods and landslides in Bangladesh and upgrading shelters and infrastructure as rains loom.

29 Mar 2018

Asylum-seekers fish for food, fun and friendship in Crete

A shared love of fishing has blossomed into friendship and brought peace of mind for two asylum-seekers.

29 Mar 2018

Thousands flee into Kenya to escape Ethiopia violence

Some 9,600 people are estimated to have crossed the border since Ethiopian troops attacked their villages two weeks ago.

28 Mar 2018

Verification helps refugees eye the future

One enterprising woman believes the Ugandan government initiative will help the women's businesses she plans to launch.

28 Mar 2018

Life is a daily battle for families in Ukraine conflict zone

Ever-present danger of shelling and landmines makes it difficult to collect benefits, buy food or look for work.

27 Mar 2018

Revolutionary housing project brings Dutch youth together with refugees

Startblok gives refugees a chance to meet people from around the world and feel at home.

26 Mar 2018

Rohingya traders cater to all needs in Bangladesh settlement

Enterprising refugees who fled violence in Myanmar have set up shop again, offering everything from haircuts to live chickens.

26 Mar 2018

Pensioners caught up in Ukraine conflict struggle to survive

Shelling, landmines and long queues are among the hazards facing elderly residents as they try to collect their pensions.

23 Mar 2018

Istanbul's Arabic library for bookish Syrians

Syrian refugee Nada struggled to find books in Arabic when she came to Turkey, so she set up a library that offers other refugees an affordable way to read.

23 Mar 2018