The Council of Europe and UNHCR support Member States in bringing refugee health workers into the COVID-19 response
Joint press release by the Council of Europe and UNHCR encourages States to benefit from the support refugee health professionals can provide to national health systems during the COVID-19 outbreak.
UNHCR’s observations on Estonia’s law proposal on measures related to COVID-19
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, has submitted our observations on Estonia’s law proposal amending the Assistant Police Officer Act and Other Acts (Measures related to the spread of virus SARS-Cov-2 that causes the disease COVID-19). Amongst other measures, the...
“I learned to stop crying for myself a long time ago”
Second Chances: Elisha’s story of finding refuge in Denmark is one of seeking stability, contemplation, perseverance and aspiration for the future.
The rights and health of refugees, migrants and stateless must be protected in COVID-19 response
Joint press release from OHCHR, IOM, UNHCR and WHO
UNHCR: Staying and delivering for refugees amid COVID-19 crisis
UNHCR is taking a series of measures in its field operations to help respond to the COVID-19 emergency.
Observations on Swedish law proposal to introduce a list of safe countries of origin
UNHCR’s observations to the Swedish government’s law proposal to introduce a list of safe countries of origin.
Information on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The outbreak of COVID-19 affects the entire region. Find here global guidance as well as country-specific resources from authorities in the Northern European countries.
Statement by Filippo Grandi, UN High Commissioner for Refugees, on the COVID-19 crisis
The High Commissioner for Refugees calls for solidarity and compassion now more than ever before.
“There is nobody making decisions for me, as both a woman and a Kurd”
Second Chances: Rahme’s story of finding refuge in Denmark is one of courage, determination, new beginnings and a mother’s love.
IOM, UNHCR announce temporary suspension of resettlement travel for refugees
Due to the COVID-19 global health crisis and restrictions around international air travel, resettling refugees are currently subject to severe disruptions.
UN Refugee Agency steps up COVID-19 preparedness, prevention and response measures
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, launched its initial COVID-19 appeal on 10 March 2020 in Geneva.
Reykjanesbær becomes Iceland’s first City #WithRefugees
The city of Reykjanesbær has offered a warm welcome to refugees.