UNHCR reminds States of legal obligations to end arbitrary detention of asylum-seekers
Concerned by the arbitrary detention of asylum-seekers by some States, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is calling for urgent reforms to halt this detrimental practice. Releasing its latest advocacy brief today, Unlocking Rights: Towards Ending Immigration Detention for...
Despite progress, more to be done on unlocking power of refugee education
Ελληνικά Five years on from the launch of UNHCR’s Refugee Education Strategy 2030, this year’s refugee education report reveals that while remarkable progress has been achieved in global refugee education and enrolment, significant challenges remain, with nearly...
Refugee Paralympic Team takes centre stage at Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony
After overcoming huge adversity to reach the Paralympics, the team of refugee athletes now aims to compete, win and give hope to others.
Refugee Olympic Team inspires as it makes history
From the team’s first-ever medal to its final appearances and some personal bests, refugee athletes showcased their determination and the power of sport to transform lives.
Call for Dari/Farsi Interpreters: Join Our Pool at UNHCR Cyprus
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Country Office in Cyprus is seeking dedicated and skilled Dari/Farsi interpreters to join our pool of interpreters. As part of our mission to support refugees and asylum seekers, we require interpreters who can...
As Hungary takes over Presidency of European Union, UNHCR calls for strengthened engagement to address forced displacement
BUDAPEST – As Hungary begins its six-month rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union, UNHCR’s Regional Director for Europe, Philippe Leclerc, concluded a two-day visit to Budapest. He exchanged with government officials from the Ministries of...






