Syria: A Somali refugee proud to support her community
To most Somali refugees living in Damascus, Boyo is a well-known person, always ready to listen to their problems and needs with a warm welcome.
In Damascus, over 200 Syrian and refugee children commemorate World Children’s Day
Damascus Citadel hosted recreational activities at the end of November. Promoted by a Youth Club and the Syrian Red Crescent, the event helped children to forge a brighter future.
“كان الأمر يشبه الكابوس بأن أرى حفيدي دون هوية”
حال عبدالله هو حال الآلاف من الأطفال الذين ولدوا خلال الأزمة في سوريا، ولم تتمكن أسرهم من تسجيل ولاداتهم رسمياً، وباتوا أطفال بلا وثائق.
From displacement to success – this beekeeper is keeping his dream alive
“For many years, my dream was to have my own apiary to raise bees.”
In Syria, Iraqi refugee achieves his higher education dream
Despite living in displacement for almost two decades and with many barriers during the Syrian crisis, Iraqi refugee Ahmed graduated with a master’s degree in international refugee law.
منحة مفوضية اللاجئين الدراسية تفتح أبواب التعليم الجامعي أمام اللاجئين
رغم أن 3% فقط من اللاجئين حول العالم يتمكنون من الإلتحاق بالجامعات والمعاهد العليا في العالم إلا أن هذا لم يثبط من عزيمة فاطمة ابنة 19 عاماً لتحصيل شهادة عليا
“My dream is to be a doctor and help people”; UNHCR and partner rehabilitate one of the oldest schools in Aleppo
Hamza is in 6th grade and very excited to go to school. “This is the most beautiful school I’ve ever seen. I love everything – the classrooms, the windows, the playground, the board and everything”, says.
“I’m happy here with all my new friends” — Mizken makes new friends in Syria
Mizken, an 11-year-old girl from Rajo, in Aleppo Governorate, northwestern Syria, was displaced with her family to Tal Refaat from over a year ago. With the support of UNHCR and partners, she can enjoy her childhood in a safe place.
Educational support – A step to a brighter future
Samiah, is a 16-year old girl, originally from Bokamal, Deir- Ez-Zor. When she was 11 years old, her life turned upside down as ISIS took control over Bokamal. She lived with her family for five years in extremely difficult conditions and many of her relatives passed...
A young man’s dream comes true
Anas is one of 1.75 million boys and girls that dropped out of school to support their families, millions of young Syrians lost their youth and years of education. Anas, originally from rural Aleppo, was displaced 6 years ago when fighting broke out in his village. He...
Mobile teams make a difference in children’s lives
They travel long distances to reach the most vulnerable, they are the first on the ground to assess and intervene in the situation, they are from the community and serve the community – they are the mobile team. “We are all affected by this crisis and I...
Syria – Making a Difference
Behind the huge numbers are real families, like Hussein, Fatima and their eight children.