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StoriesPolish border town welcomes refugees from Ukraine, but will itself need help
'These refugees have lost almost everything. We need to help them. Even if that means we'll have to learn to live with less,' says mayor of Medyka, a primary crossing point for refugees.
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StoriesImagining Syria
With nearly two million Syrian refugee children aged 11 or under having little or no memory of home, we asked some of them to draw what Syria means to them.
Families in need of humanitarian assistance
Ukraine Emergency
We urgently need your help to continue providing life-saving protection to families forced to flee their homes in Ukraine.
UNHCR has stepped up our operations and capacity in Ukraine and neighbouring countries - your support can help ensure that people forced to flee their homes are sheltered and safe.
US$ 100
is enough to offer a displaced child with psychosocial support, like access to a daycare centre and child-friendly spaces
US$ 26
is enough to give a displaced person legal counselling support
US$ 13
can provide a simple plastic tarpaulin to help a displaced family protect their home from the harsh winter weather
(image © Reuters)
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Information for refugees, asylum-seekers and stateless persons
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UNHCR's Mid-Year Trends report
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Holiday gifts, handcrafted by refugees
Spread the love and deck your home with gorgeous ornaments from this year's MADE51 holiday collection. Each piece is beautifully handcrafted by refugees and celebrates the talent of its maker.
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