Education that gives hope in uncertain times – Welcome to a Professional Development Day for Teachers
How can we share knowledge about global challenges and progress in a way that fosters hope and engagement among children and young people? On 16 May, UNHCR, together with UN organisations in Sweden and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, invites...
Fika and flourishing friendships: how a community support programme is making a difference in southern Sweden
A pilot community support programme in Sjöbo Municipality is helping Lana Alnajjar and other refugees settle into their new lives in Sweden. The programme has been so successful that the municipality has decided to make it a permanent part of their integration efforts.
UNHCR’s Observations on Sweden’s Proposal for a New Reception Act
UNHCR’s Representation for the Nordic and Baltic Countries has provided its observations on Sweden’s legislative proposal, “The Reception Act: A New Law for the Organized Reception of Asylum Seekers and Efficient Returns” (SOU 2024:68). The proposal introduces...
Call for applicants: Interested in sharing your experiences as a refugee?
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CALL IS NOW CLOSED. UNHCR’s Representation for the Nordic and Baltic Countries is pleased to announce that the call for applicants for the Refugee Speakers Programme 2025 is now open. UNHCR is looking for aspiring public speakers in Sweden with a...
Sweden Aids Uganda’s Efforts in Providing Safe Haven and Self-Reliance for Africa’s Largest Refugee Population
Uganda provides a home to nearly 1.7 million refugees and asylum-seekers, the highest number in Africa, most of whom come from South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
“When I play, I feel happy” – Wheelchair tennis helps refugees integrate in Sweden
When Fyori fled from Eritrea to Sweden on her own in 2021, she had never even held a racket. Now, she plays tennis every week with Stockholm Wheelchair Tennis Club.
Olympic Refugee Athlete Amir Ansari: “Cycling saved my life”
A harrowing escape through Iran, Türkiye, and Greece and uncertainty about his future left Amir Ansari battling with depression and suicidal thoughts. But everything changed when he joined the Stockholm Cycling Club. This summer, he will represent the 120 million people forced to flee as part of the 2024 IOC Refugee Olympic Team.
Meet us at this summer’s Democracy Festivals
UNHCR is participating in a number of democracy, political and opinion festivals across the region to engage in discussions on refugee issues, both domestically and globally. Check out below in which festivals we are present.
PASS THE MIC: World Refugee Day celebration in Stockholm
On 17 June, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is marking World Refugee Day in Stockholm – a day to honour the resilience, strength and courage of the many refugees across the globe.









