Stories

Yemen's 'marginalized ones' endure hunger, displacement
Conflict and displacement have compounded centuries of discrimination against Yemen's Muhamasheen minority, denying access to jobs, documentation and humanitarian aid.

Keeping displaced families safe amid surge in Niger violence
As increasing numbers are forced from their homes by armed groups in Niger's volatile western border region, UNHCR mobilizes network of local protection monitors.

Data reveals impact of COVID-19 on livelihoods and futures
Poor and vulnerable communities across the world, including the forcibly displaced, struggle with the pandemic's far-reaching consequences.

As a fragile peace takes hold, some South Sudanese displaced head home
UN refugee chief urges authorities to commit firmly to security, rule of law and good governance to support gains from the peace process.

A shell blast, and an asylum seeker's life changed forever
After sustaining life-changing injuries during clashes in Libya, Sudanese asylum seeker Mohamed is adapting to disability with support from UNHCR and its partner.

Climate change and conflict pursue displaced Burkinabes
In Burkina Faso, the displaced struggle to find a refuge from violence and the effects of global heating.

Sahel internal displacement tops 2 million as violence surges
Grim milestone reached in world's fastest-growing displacement crisis as fighting uproots 11,400 within Burkina Faso.

Assistance slowly returns to refugee camps in southern Tigray
UNHCR regains access to Adi Harush and Mai Aini camps while two other camps for Eritrean refugees remain cut off by the ongoing insecurity.

'All I want is a doctor for my brother and a school for me'
More than 2,200 asylum seekers and refugees have now been relocated from reception centres on Greek islands and elsewhere in Greece to other European countries.