Alongside the Government of Indonesia, partner organizations and sister UN agencies, UNHCR ensures that refugees are not left behind in COVID-19 response
UNHCR Indonesia has been closely following the developments as well as the guidance on COVID-19 in the country.
Bersama Pemerintah Indonesia, Mitra Kerja/ Organisasi dan Badan PBB Lainnya, UNHCR Pastikan Pengungsi Tidak Tertingal Dalam Respon COVID-19
UNHCR Indonesia terus mengikuti perkembangan dan arahan terkait COVID-19 di Indonesia.
Teaming up as refugees and local youth get creative with entrepreneurship
Jakarta, Indonesia – Fahim (26) proudly showed a certificate with his name on it, to friends gathering at Atma Jaya Catholic University. It was a special morning as 47 refugees and Indonesians graduated from the Ready for Business (R4B) program after completing six...
Refugees, Indonesians get ready into business
UNHCR congratulates dozens of young refugees and Indonesians who recently completed an entrepreneurship training, which empowers and improve their self-reliance and livelihood skills.
Women share ideas, thoughts and opportunities on International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day is globally celebrated on March 8 every year. It is a rallying point for strengthening the movement for women’s rights by recognizing not only the achievements of women but also launching new initiatives and activities for the advancement of gender equality.
Refugee teacher empowers youth in Indonesia
Despite challenges, Afghan refugee Ali Khan refuses to give up his passion for teaching children. In the past months, he has been teaching web programming and web designing to refugee youth in Pekanbaru, Riau. Now, all of his students are able to design their own websites.
Refugees get a chance to start over in style in Jakarta
An Indonesian fashion entrepreneur’s project to provide training and empower refugees aims to create new opportunities.
UNHCR honors government officials coordinating help to refugees
UNHR recently recognized officials of a Desk set up under the Coordinating Ministry for Political, Legal and Security Affairs for their work to promote protection and solutions for refugees in Indonesia.
Refugee communities in Indonesia pitch in to help survivors of Sulawesi quake and tsunami
Refugees are joining hand-in-hand with everyone who is opening their hearts to help Indonesians affected by the earthquake and tsunami that hit Central Sulawesi on 28 September.
Refugee stories showcased in National Gallery exhibit
Young refugees join Indonesian artists in exploring the refugee experience through an art exhibition sponsored by Jakarta-based NGO Art for Refuge.
UNHCR’s Eminent Advocate for Refugees, Dato’s Sri Tahir – a proud Indonesian who gives back to his country and refugees in need worldwide
UNHCR’s Eminent Advocate for Refugees, Dato’ Sri Tahir was recently recognized by President of Indonesia Joko Widodo for his outstanding humanitarian contributions. UNHCR colleagues in Indonesia recently chatted with Dato’ Tahir about his drive to help the less fortunate.
Refugee teenager gets once-in-a lifetime experience as a volunteer in Asian Games 2018
It never crossed Jafar’s mind that he would have the opportunity to be part of one of the biggest international multi sports events in the world but it has happened. The Afghan teenager was selected to volunteer at the Asian Games this year by a special Asian Games committee. As a volunteer for the event, which continues through 2 September, he has met athletes from across Asia, including Afghan taekwondo legend Rohollah Nikpai.