Stories

Indigenous people from Venezuela seek safety across the border in Brazil

After violence broke out in their native Venezuela, hundreds of members of the Pemon indigenous group fled to a village across the border in Brazil.

'I was very drawn to try and make a difference'

UNHCR's Ann Encontre made a bold career change – from corporate law to protecting refugees.

Scouts gain insights after stepping into lives of refugees

At World Scout Jamboree, participants use immersive video technology to connect with refugees around the world and build empathy for their plight.

Birth certificates signal brighter future for stateless children in Kenya

Government move to issue birth certificates to 600 children from Shona community hailed as an important protection measure and first step towards ending statelessness for the group.

Emergency monsoon training saves Rohingya refugee lives

After receiving lifeguard instruction, Rohingya volunteers in Bangladesh rescue drowning teenager from reservoir.

Forging a friendship through art

After fleeing his home for Rwanda, Burundian artist Mike has made a friend for life.

Regional agencies discuss Global Compact progress ahead of maiden Global Refugee Forum

After decades in Thailand, Myanmar refugees head home

Around 300 refugees are returning to south-east Myanmar, among them a family of four generations.

Limited access to learning places refugee girls' education at risk

Few facilities and lack of tuition means many refugee students, especially girls, are at risk of early pregnancy in DR Congo's Inke camp.