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World gathering on refugees opens in Geneva after 'decade of displacement'
Global Refugee Forum, 16–18 December in Geneva
16 Dec 2019
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Cate Blanchett and Ben Stiller among stars joining UNHCR's campaign for solidarity with refugees
As the first-ever Global Refugee Forum begins, UNHCR social media campaign calls for everyone to play a role in helping refugees
16 Dec 2019
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Private sector steps up for refugees as Global Refugee Forum opens in Geneva
16 Dec 2019
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UNHCR head appeals to South Sudan parties to ensure long-lasting peace
13 Dec 2019
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Malta joins global efforts to address statelessness
13 Dec 2019
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UNHCR urges intensified support for displaced Afghans and refugee hosting nations
13 Dec 2019
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Comment by Andrew Harper, UNHCR's newly appointed Special Advisor on Climate Action, who is attending this year's UN Climate Change Conference, known as COP 25, in Madrid
11 Dec 2019
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Sporting world pledge support for refugees, ahead of next week's Global Refugee Forum
Over 80 organizations join UNHCR and the International Olympic Committee to help young refugees discover their potential through sports.
10 Dec 2019
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More support needed for refugee education in Iran
6 Dec 2019