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This Ramadan, UNHCR calls for solidarity with those hit hardest by the global pandemic
UNHCR calls for equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines for refugees
UNHCR releases powerful social video in support of Refugee Olympic and Paralympic teams
UNHCR scales up response as thousands flee attacks in northern Mozambique
120,000 refugees assisted to access Iran's health insurance scheme
News Comment: Six refugees among 137 killed in Niger's recent attack
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Ramadan donations bring hope of better times for Syrian refugees
As the Holy Month approaches, launch of UNHCR's Ramadan fundraising campaign promises desperately needed financial support to refugees struggling during COVID-19.
Artist nurtures creativity through online community of women refugees
An online art project is helping women refugees overcome restrictions imposed by the global pandemic to develop creativity and build self-confidence.
In Chad, Central African refugee keeps hope alive
Chad has offered sanctuary to refugees from Central African Republic, where renewed violence continues to force tens of thousands to flee.
'They took away my biggest gift in life – my family'
As thousands flee non-state armed groups attacks in northern Mozambique, urgent resources are needed to support them and the communities hosting them.
Refugee athletes' epic journey toward Tokyo Games dramatized in new video
The Journey' depicts a refugee's path from conflict to international competition, revealing the power of sport to change the lives of forcibly displaced people everywhere.
Fresh start for Malian refugees in Burkina Faso as camp reopens
The Goudoubo camp, empty after violence forced residents out, now bustles as schools and healthcare centres rebuild and businesses reopen.
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Refugees join voices in a song of hope and kindness
Mentored by Grammy winner Ricky Kej, 24 refugee musicians in India came together for 'Shine Your Light'.
Young artists drew a world where kindness defeats COVID-19 – We animated it
UNHCR asked youth to draw in solidarity with refugees amid the pandemic. We received 2,000 drawings from 100 countries, chose seven and brought them to life.
As coronavirus spreads, refugee doctors want to join the fight
Trained medics working as cashiers and wait staff want their qualifications recognized so they can save lives in the pandemic.