Suicides on the rise among South Sudanese refugees in Uganda
The number of suicides and suicide attempts among South Sudanese refugees living in settlements in Uganda more than doubled in 2019
UNHCR seeks support for refugees and hosts in Ethiopia
UNHCR and partners are appealing for robust international support for refugee operations in Ethiopia with the launch of a funding appeal for US$658 million
Key takeaways from the Global Refugee Forum
A month after the Global Refugee Forum wrapped up, these are the pledges and commitments that will boost opportunities for refugees and their hosts.
News comment by UNHCR’s Chief of Mission for Libya, Jean-Paul Cavalieri, about shelling close to Gathering and Departure Facility in Tripoli
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is deeply concerned for the safety of refugees and asylum seekers at the Gathering and Departure Facility (GDF) in Tripoli
Celebrating Canada History Week, with a look to the past
To celebrate Canada History Week, UNHCR is bringing you four inspiring refugee stories of people who came to Canada before the year 1950.
National Youth Dialogue finds that Canadian youth believe Canada can do more for refugees
Last fall, youth (high school students) from across Canada came together to discuss the issues facing refugees in Canada and globally.
Refugees entering Iraq describe anguish at fleeing north-east Syria
As number refugees crossing into Kurdistan Region of Iraq from Syria reaches some 10,000, one new arrival tells of crowded route to border and her fears of coming winter.
Getting your life back in Mexico after fleeing gang violence
A rapidly increasing number of women, children and men from the North of Central America are finding in Mexico the opportunity to be safe and rebuild their life. Has Canada a role to play?
UNHCR chief applauds Zambia’s openness to refugees
Filippo Grandi commends Zambia for its generosity towards refugees and calls for additional humanitarian and development support during a two-day visit.
The Tailor Project’s 70-year-old roots help today’s skilled refugees
Seven decades later, like threads woven through the fabric of history, The Tailor Project’s legacy lives on in a brighter future for refugees