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UNHCR’s Observations on Sweden’s Proposal for a New Reception Act

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...

Olympic Refugee Athlete Amir Ansari: “Cycling saved my life”

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

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.