Press Releases
Bangladesh, UNHCR agree on voluntary returns framework when Rohingya refugees decide conditions are right
UNHCR and the Government of Bangladesh have finalized a Memorandum of Understanding relating to voluntary returns of Rohingya refugees once conditions in Myanmar are conducive.
UNHCR Press Release: Syria conflict at 7 years is “a colossal human tragedy”
In this press release on the seventh anniversary of the Syrian War, Filippo Grandi reflects on the relentless suffering of Syrian civilians, and UNHCR’s relief efforts.
Joint UN Press Release: The UN and partners plan to deliver humanitarian assistance to eastern Ghouta
Damascus, Syria The UN and ...
Comprehensive Regional Protection and Solutions Framework for Central America and Mexico
Background The Comprehensive ...
Unifor Social Justice Fund donates $50,000 to UNHCR for Rohingya refugees
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TORONTO – ...
Statement on two-year anniversary of death of Alan Kurdi
Nearly two years after the ...
Press Release: 1 million South Sudan refugees in Uganda
South Sudan refugees in Uganda ...
Refugees Chief records special #Canada150 message
High Commissioner for Refugees, ...
World Refugee Day Statement: High Commissioner for Refugees
20 June, 2017 On June 20, World ...
Forced displacement worldwide at its highest in decades
War, violence and persecution ...
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