UNHCR Globally

Since 1951, our mission has been to protect people forced to flee, providing humanitarian assistance and solutions to millions worldwide. But who are we?

Today, we are over 17,000 colleagues working in 135 countries. As the numbers of forcibly displaced and stateless people increase, we rise to the challenge, evolving in our response, sharing our responsibility with governments, international organizations, the private sector, civil societies and refugees themselves. We save lives, protect rights, and help build better futures. This is who we are.

To mark UNHCR’s 70th anniversary, this video showcases where we came from and who we are today, through the voice of UNHCR supporter Chiwetel Ejiofor – Academy Award Nominee and BAFTA Award winner.