Stories
Refugees flee fresh fighting in Congo to Uganda
Congolese take to flimsy vessels and brave dangerous waters of Lake Albert to reach safety.
Citizenship opens new world for stateless man from Georgia
After decades of frustration and broken dreams, Jirair has finally been recognized as a citizen of the country where he was born.
Iraqi refugee musician finds a sympathetic ear in Brussels
Hussein Rassim missed the beloved instrument he left behind, until a crowdfunding appeal raised enough for a replacement.
Brazilian NGO helps refugees get back on career ladder
A UNHCR partner organization helps steer refugees through the complex process of certifying their professional qualifications.
French scholarship scheme gives hope to Syrian refugees
Young Syrians receive chance to study in France thanks to a pioneering assistance programme launched by a regional government and two universities.
Surgery restores hearing and hope to young Syrian brothers
After seeing viral video of Syrian refugees Mohamed and Issam, Kuwaiti Red Crescent funds life-changing operations to allow them to hear for the first time.
Learning language key to integration, say young refugees
Language tuition is a cornerstone of the Czech government's policy to integrate refugees.
Registration drive brings indigenous families out of the shadows
A joint registration campaign by Costa Rica and Panama is helping thousands of Ngäbe-Buglé at risk of statelessness to gain access to health care and education.
Cash-strapped camp hospitals struggle to save lives in Tanzania
Hospital in Nyarugusu refugee camp provides a lifeline not only for thousands of refugees, but also for Tanzanians who live nearby.