Stories
Civilians in DRC struggle for survival amid growing violence at home
People fleeing unrest in Democratic Republic of Congo at record high.
Syrian in Lebanon seeks beautiful life with beautiful game
At 16, Odai's passion for the beautiful game has no limits. A refugee from Syria, he dreams of becoming a professional football player.
Home is close, but so far away for Central African Republic refugees
More than 60,000 refugees have crossed the Ubangi and Mboumou rivers in the past five months, fleeing the war-torn Central African Republic.
Defying screams and gunfire, South Sudanese family flees to safety
After her husband became a victim of the conflict, Milly Lagu feared for the life of her sons.
'I am a strong woman and I do my job with passion'
UNHCR has nearly 11,000 staff, of whom 87 per cent are based in the field. Meet Vicky Munguriek, a driver in northern Uganda.
Paralympics sports helps Syrian boy look beyond disability
Najib was only 12 when he was paralysed during a bomb attack on his home in Homs.
UNHCR launches urgent appeal to help Burundian refugees
With only 19 per cent funding, UNHCR and aid partners are grappling with increasing needs of Burundian refugees.
Nigeria's Nansen award winner offers lifeline to widows of Boko Haram conflict
Mustapha's foundation helps women and children start over after tragedy.
Online study scheme gives refugee students a degree of hope
Supported by the University of Geneva, the InZone project makes degree-level courses available to those for whom university is out of reach.