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أيادي تصنع الأمل. أسماء، نازحة في مخيم العريشة بالحسكة – سوريا، توظف مهارتها في الحياكة لإعادة تدوير الملابس القديمة ومساعدة سكان المخيم على الاستفادة منها. تدعم المفوضية المبادرات المجتمعية مثل مشروع أسماء الذي يعود بالنفع عليها وعلى المجتمع...
In the heart of Al-Hasakeh governorate lies Areesha camp, where Syrian internally displaced persons (IDPs) are finding hope and purpose through innovative projects. Meet Asma, a resilient IDP who is making a difference by sewing clothes for her community using...
Today on #WorldHumanitarianDay, Dana, an inspirational outreach volunteer, shares her message. “It is not necessary to be a volunteer to help society and people. With the kindness of your heart, you can support the people around you.”, said...
Our colleague Karthik on behalf of UNHCR Syria wishes the Government of Switzerland a Happy National Day....
From Evelien and the entire UNHCR team in Syria, Happy National Day...
In Aleppo, we celebrated the #WorldRefugeeDay at a UNHCR-supported community centre with refugees and the host community. Watch the video...
On Canada’s National Day 🇨🇦🍁, we extend our gratitude to @CanadaDev for standing with UNHCR and people in Syria. Your generous support – through the Girl Shine programme – enables adolescent girls to learn how to identify and seek help against...
Meet Nathalya, our Protection Officer in Aleppo, who explains UNHCR’s support to over 6,000 students arriving from hard to reach areas to apply for their national exams & how this is helping them get a step closer to achieving their dreams – despite all the...
Taldu’s civil registry in rural Hama was considered a hub whose services not only benefited the local community but also neighbouring governorates. The registry resumed its services in 2019 with limited capacity, despite impact of the crisis and rising needs. To...
Our Representative, Gonzalo Vargas Llosa, visited the UNHCR-supported community centre in Dwaila, Damascus this week. Watch the video of him sharing views on the work carried out at the community centres and its impact on the local...
Fatmeh’s Journey Home with UNHCR Support
Fatmeh and her 75-year-old mother fled their home in Deir-ez-Zor in 2012. Thanks to UNHCR’s assistance, they were able to return and live in their cherished home once again. 🏡 Don’t miss out on the inspiring story of Fatmeh’s...
Ramadan is a time for compassion and giving.
Ramadan is a time for compassion and giving. Watch this heartwarming video that sheds light on the increasing needs of Syrian families in these challenging times. Let’s get together to help them overcome the challenges and ensure their families’ needs are...