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Refugee tailors switch to making face masks and protective gear
Around the world, displaced artisans are stepping up a gear to supply face masks and protective equipment in desperately short supply.
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UNHCR thanks Indonesia and Malaysia for rescue and disembarkation of Rohingya refugees, calls on countries in the region to comply with maritime search and rescue obligations
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Rohingya refugee beats the odds to get schooling in Malaysia
Denied access to the national education system, Shamshidah is among refugee children attending informal schools in Malaysia where refugees have no legal status.
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Over 168,000 Rohingya likely fled Myanmar since 2012 - UNHCR report
Study finds thousands of Rohingya fleeing violence and desperation have sought safety and stability in countries like Bangladesh and Malaysia in the last five years.
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A teacher from Syria empowers young refugees in Malaysia
As a Palestinian in Damascus, Lujain received free education into adulthood. Now she is sharing her love of learning in Kuala Lumpur.
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Somali student proves it's never too late to learn in Malaysia
Nawa first stepped into a classroom at age 16, but caught up quickly. Now 20, she is getting ready for university and setting an example for other refugees.
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UNHCR calls for safer alternatives to deadly Bay of Bengal voyages
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Urgent action needed to address child statelessness
New report highlights experiences of stateless children and young people in seven countries
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