Women-run businesses in Afghanistan dealt a blow by deepening restrictions

The future of a centre, which transformed women's ability to support themselves and their families, remains uncertain.

100,000 new Somali refugees arrive in Ethiopia in the past month, UN and partners are calling for urgent funding

Joint Press Release

UNHCR launches new appeal for Afghan refugees and hosts, urging partners to stay the course

I had to flee for my education, but refused to leave other Afghan girls to their fate

With women and girls in my homeland denied their right to study, I used technology to deliver education across borders. On International Women's Day, I call on global actors to take a stand for Afghan girls' right to education.

Former refugee, now volunteer teacher, helps other Afghan girls get an education

After spending her early years in Pakistan, Sahar graduated in Afghanistan and now devotes her time to ensuring girls can get an education despite growing restrictions.

Vital aid reaches Syrian quake survivors who - again - have lost everything

UNHCR delivers assistance to families left homeless by the disaster, while reopening of aid route to northwest Syria offers hope to those already displaced during country's 12-year crisis.

UNHCR: Over 5 million may need shelter support in Syria after quake

UNHCR teams support emergency response efforts for earthquake survivors in Türkiye and deliver aid in Syria

Families struggle for survival during Afghanistan's coldest winter in a decade

For families living on the brink, cash and other support from UNHCR are a lifeline this winter.