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Farming together to overcome fear and mistrust in Rakhine state, Myanmar
29 Dec 2014 Villagers from different communities in northern Rakhine state get pally over paddy in mixed farming cooperatives supported by UNHCR. -
More people risk Indian Ocean voyages despite abuse, deterrence
5 Dec 2014 UNHCR estimates that 54,000 people have undertaken irregular maritime journeys in the region so far this year, mostly across the Bay of Bengal towards Thailand and Malaysia. -
Stitch by stitch towards greater protection in northern Myanmar
30 Oct 2014 Displaced women in Kachin state are learning to sew, knit and make soap as part of an initiative to organize themselves, address protection concerns and help their community. -
Stateless in the Philippines: Indonesian descendants feel torn between two lands
15 Sep 2014 But due to efforts by the two governments and UNHCR, over 6,000 people of Indonesian descent in Mindanao could soon have a nationality and official status. -
More than 20,000 people risk all on Indian Ocean to reach safety: UNHCR report
22 Aug 2014 The report collates information through interviews, and from media reports, partners and governments. It highlights the abuses people are facing on their journeys. -
As thousands continue to flee Myanmar, UNHCR concerned about growing reports of abuse
10 Jun 2014 Across the region, UNHCR advocates for temporary stay arrangements for the Rohingya until the situation stabilizes enough in Rakhine state for them to return. -
In Malaysia, Rohingya arrivals hope to end cycle of abuse, exploitation by smugglers
5 May 2014 Many are turning up with severe health problems and trauma after prolonged suffering on boats and in smugglers' camps. -
IKEA campaign raises €7.7 million to brighten the lives of refugees
23 Apr 2014 The funds will enable UNHCR to bring sustainable lighting and energy to more than 350,000 refugees in camps in Bangladesh, Chad, Ethiopia and Jordan. -
Jakarta workshop seeks to strengthen protection at sea in Asia-Pacific
23 Apr 2014 Some 60,000 people in the region are believed to have moved irregularly by sea in 2013. Above 1,300 people died or were reported missing at sea in 2012 and 2013.