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StoriesRefugee firefighters honoured for their bravery in protecting Mauritania's environment
For their tenacious efforts to put out bushfires and plant trees, the Mbera Fire Brigade has been named the UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award regional winner for Africa.
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StoriesCivil society group hailed for supporting displaced people in remote parts of Myanmar
For its work aiding and empowering communities uprooted by conflict or disaster, Meikswe Myanmar has been named the UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award regional winner for Asia and the Pacific.
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StoriesSomalis abandon their homes in search of food, water and aid as drought deepens
A devastating drought has displaced 1 million Somalis since January 2021, and more people are expected to flee as communities face the prospect of famine.
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
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UNHCR statement on protecting children fleeing Ukraine
