Hosts offer vital refuge to families fleeing DRC violence

Solidarity shown by local Congolese communities has been critical in the response to mass forced displacement, but funding cuts threaten UNHCR's ability to offer support.

UNHCR's Grandi concludes visit to Lisbon, commends Portugal's longstanding commitment to refugee protection as the country takes over the EU Presidency

UNHCR calls for EU to ensure a new chapter for refugee protection

5 ways refugees helped battle COVID-19 in 2020

Amid the pandemic, refugees stepped up to provide healthcare, boost wellness, safeguard their communities and keep us inspired during lockdowns.

Mental health services help refugees transform their lives in Libya

With many refugees and asylum seekers in Libya in need of psychosocial support after years of conflict and insecurity, UNHCR and its partner are providing life-changing help.

News comment: UNHCR welcomes new asylum law in Chad

This news comment is attributable to Millicent Mutuli, Director of the UNHCR Regional Bureau for West and Central Africa

UNHCR and HIAS formalize partnership to advance refugee protection, inclusion and solutions

UNHCR welcomes Turkmenistan's decision to grant citizenship to 2,580 stateless people

New safety measures allow Malian refugees to return to camp in Burkina Faso