Supporting refugees to have access to livelihood opportunities

In Iran, UNHCR implements various livelihood projects for refugees, including certified technical and vocational training and other income generating projects. UNHCR Iran Representative, Ivo Freijsen was in Bani Najar refugee settlement recently where he visited a skills training workshop run by the refugees.

Distribution of core relief items to Afghan families residing in Kerman province

UNHCR and our government partner BAFIA have distributed core relief items to Afghan families residing in Kerman province. Some 500 families – refugees who live in these areas and those Afghans who have recently arrived in Iran – received items such as, blankets, kitchen sets, sleeping mats and hygiene kits.