Syrian refugees aid vulnerable Swiss amid COVID-19 outbreak
As the elderly and unwell self-isolate, a network of Syrian refugeess provides a vital bridge to the outside world for Swiss in greatest need.
How your Zakat has helped rebuild the lives of refugees
During the Holy Month of Ramadan, love, kindness and charity are prioritized. In fact, during this time, Muslims make donations known as Zakat.
NASIMCO volunteer draws on personal experience to support refugees
NASIMCO, where Najafi has volunteered in leadership positions for several years, has been a generous supporter and partner of UNHCR since 2015
Online learning program empowers refugees to pursue higher education
Abikar is currently pursuing his Master of Education degree at York — Canada’s third-largest university — without ever having set foot on campus.
Inside Venezuela: One of the largest and most far-reaching emergencies of our time
Traditionally, Venezuela has been a generous host to thousands of refugees. But with escalating economic instability, violence and a lack of access to food, medicine and jobs, Venezuelan families themselves have been forced to flee their country.
South Sudan, Iraq and Afghanistan
With more than 70.8 million people forcibly displaced by dozens of crises, it can be difficult to know about all of them. Here, we highlight refugee situations that are under-reported.
The invisible crisis: A UNHCR staffer on the front lines in Venezuela
It can be hard to imagine a crisis involving more than four million people as invisible — but to UNHCR staffer Olga Sarrado Mur, the Venezuela situation often feels that way.
Mosul metalworker helps Old City neighbours after displacement
Coming back to Mosul after two long years, Saad found help to repair his house. Now he is putting his skills to work so others can return home.
“I want to inspire refugees”
Syrian refugee and swimmer Yusra Mardini was appointed the youngest ever UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador in April 2017 after she was selected as part of the first Refugee Olympic Team.
Racing for her future
16-year-old Eritrean refugee, Nazret Kobodom, is a rising long-distance running star in Calgary, Alberta whose talent led her to compete in the European Youth Olympic Festival