Women-run businesses in Afghanistan dealt a blow by deepening restrictions
The future of a centre, which transformed women's ability to support themselves and their families, remains uncertain.
UNHCR launches new appeal for Afghan refugees and hosts, urging partners to stay the course
UNHCR concerned by conflict's toll on hundreds of thousands displaced in eastern DR Congo
I had to flee for my education, but refused to leave other Afghan girls to their fate
With women and girls in my homeland denied their right to study, I used technology to deliver education across borders. On International Women's Day, I call on global actors to take a stand for Afghan girls' right to education.
Former refugee, now volunteer teacher, helps other Afghan girls get an education
After spending her early years in Pakistan, Sahar graduated in Afghanistan and now devotes her time to ensuring girls can get an education despite growing restrictions.
UNHCR teams and partners rush assistance to some 100,000 newly arrived Somali refugees in hard-to-reach area of Ethiopia
In Romania, Ukraine's refugees build new lives while longing for home
When war broke out in Ukraine, Ekaterina and her young son fled to Romania. Moved by the public support they received, she is rebuilding her life and making new friendships.
One year on, volunteers in Poland are still doing all they can for Ukrainian refugees
Volunteer known as "Our Lady of Krakow" is among many concerned citizens in Poland who continue to show solidarity with refugees from neighbouring Ukraine.
