Stories

For refugees and locals in Uganda, the internet is changing lives
Private investment has brought connectivity to north-western Uganda, as well as new opportunities for refugees and locals.

Syrian boy takes incredible path from refugee to red carpet
Zain Al Rafeaa's childhood as a refugee in Beirut inspired his lead role in an award-winning movie, transporting him to the glitz of Cannes and beyond.

New Zambia settlement gives refugees and hosts a chance to prosper
A new approach that lets refugees live alongside the local community in Mantapala Settlement is boosting livelihoods for all.

Lebanese teacher helps Syrian refugee thrive at school
Star pupil Abed, 12, discovers a gift for mathematics thanks to Lebanese professor and scheme to promote quality teaching in underprivileged schools.

Building walls to break down barriers in Yorkshire
Working on ancient walls in the British countryside helps asylum-seekers rebuild their own lives, bringing together locals and new arrivals

Refugees learn to code a new future in Malawi
Burundian refugee builds up next generation's tech skills in Dzaleka refugee camp in Malawi.

Vienna museum visit is part of refugees' self-help plan to settle in
Refugees have formed their own organization to help them integrate fully into Austrian society.

Nansen Award finalist gives girls in Jordan a sporting chance
Reclaim Childhood promotes leadership skills and interaction between different refugee and local communities through participation in sport.

'Women of the World' helps refugees adjust to life in US
Founder Samira Harnish, an Iraqi immigrant, is named Nansen Award regional finalist from the Americas.