Solidarity in action: Spain’s support to refugees in Armenia
Walking together: A year of partnership In 2023, the Government of Armenia welcomed more than 100,000 refugees seeking safety – adding to an already diverse refugee population hosted in the country. In response, the Government of Spain provided critical support...
Europe Day Reflections: How Refugee Solidarity Is Taking Root in Armenia
That ambition — rooted in the spirit of the Global Compact on Refugees (GCR) — is steadily being translated into reality, with tangible support from the European Union (EU) and UNHCR. As the international community just marked Europe Day, Armenia offers a compelling...
Building Futures: Multi-Year Support from France Strengthens UNHCR’s Response in Armenia
UNHCR’s response to the refugee crisis in Armenia has been made possible through the generous support of donors, with France playing a key role in enabling a predictable, comprehensive humanitarian response. France’s multi-year funding has strengthened UNHCR’s...
The Women Who Inspire Us This Women’s Day 2025
Their hands had always been skilled—whether in the delicate art of embroidery, the rhythmic kneading of dough, or the bold strokes of a paintbrush. And so, with nothing but their craft and sheer determination, they began again. This year, the theme is “For ALL Women...
The UNHCR Armenia Hotline – 0 8000 0025
Through its call service, available at 0 8000 0025, refugees can ask questions, file complaints, and receive updates on UNHCR activities and procedural changes. Open to individuals of all nationalities, the hotline is committed to providing the information, resources,...
Tatevik’s story: foreign private companies support displaced families in Armenia
Representatives of UNHCR Armenia and its partner – Mission Armenia NGO, met them during a distribution of humanitarian aid among displaced families. Tatevik has just received UNHCR’s assistance – Essity diapers for Aramik, and Nike sport clothes for the whole...
Armenia’s humanitarian spirit shines on World Humanitarian Day 2024
Today, August 19, on World Humanitarian Day, we celebrate Armenia’s unwavering commitment to providing refuge and support to those in need. Under the theme #ActForHumanity, this global observance shines a light on the remarkable efforts of humanitarian workers...
Refugees find safety in Armenia, but the future remains uncertain
Karine, 24, had just given birth to her second child – a daughter named Mane – and was looking forward to her family arriving at the maternity hospital in Martakert, a town in Karabakh, to bring her and the baby home. Karine, 24, had just given birth to her second...
Displaced children in Armenia unite to play football and create bonds in host communities
Also last year, the Football Federation of Armenia (FFA) assumed cooperation with UNHCR Armenia for the development of a project proposal for submission to UEFA’s “Football and Refugees” grant scheme. As a result, the “Play Together for Integration” concept was...