UNHCR launches new appeal for Afghan refugees and hosts, urging partners to stay the course

14 Mar 2023

I had to flee for my education, but refused to leave other Afghan girls to their fate

With women and girls in my homeland denied their right to study, I used technology to deliver education across borders. On International Women's Day, I call on global actors to take a stand for Afghan girls' right to education.

8 Mar 2023

Former refugee, now volunteer teacher, helps other Afghan girls get an education

After spending her early years in Pakistan, Sahar graduated in Afghanistan and now devotes her time to ensuring girls can get an education despite growing restrictions.

8 Mar 2023

Families struggle for survival during Afghanistan's coldest winter in a decade

For families living on the brink, cash and other support from UNHCR are a lifeline this winter.

2 Feb 2023

Afghan women affected by Taliban bans on work and study fear for their futures

Displaced women fear they will be unable to support their families without access to work and education.

18 Jan 2023

UN High Commissioner for Refugees calls to reverse ban of women humanitarian workers in Afghanistan

29 Dec 2022

UN Refugee Agency warns of extreme hardship for forcibly displaced families this winter

11 Nov 2022

UNHCR rushes aid by air and road after Pakistan floods; steps up Afghanistan relief

6 Sep 2022

Pakistan's disastrous floods uproot refugees and citizens

Afghan refugees are among the 33 million people in Pakistan affected by torrential rains and flooding.

2 Sep 2022