Children
Children
Over half of the world’s refugees are children. Many will spend their entire childhoods away from home, sometimes separated from their families. They may have witnessed or experienced violent acts and, in exile, are at risk of abuse, neglect, violence, exploitation, trafficking or military recruitment.
But children are incredibly resilient. By learning, playing and exploring their skills, they can find ways to cope, drawing strength from their families and communities.
UNHCR works with national authorities, other international and local organisations to assist, protect and find solutions for displaced children. We ensure that those who are unaccompanied or separated are cared for and have access to family tracing and reunification services, that new-borns are registered at birth and children with disabilities are supported. Through psychosocial support activities and education, we help children rebuild their lives.
Together, we can help to restore their futures.
In 2018, 3,525 newborn refugee children were registered and provided with birth certificates.
Sher Mu - Student and Family Leader “I live in the camp because of the conflict in my hometown. I have never had a chance to see the world outside. Regardless of where I live, I’ll be a good person,” said Sher Mu, a 13-year-old girl. She does all the chores and takes care of her younger brother, who is living with disabilities, while her parents are not at home, which impacts her studies.
Pa Shaw - Family leader "My father and mother died in the village. My younger brothers, sisters and I fled by ourselves. I have been haunted by the dreadful scenes back in my hometown until now," said Pa Shaw, a 15-year-old boy. Since his family fled, he has become the head of the family and takes care of his three siblings. "Every time that we miss our parents, we will think about what they taught us. They said ‘you have to be a good person” said Pa Shaw. He dreams that one day his homeland will be peaceful so that he can return and have a normal life like in the old days.
So Me - Student He is the smartest student in the class. He lost his parents in war and his grandfather and grandmother are living with disabilities. He studies hard because he wants to have a good job in the future to support his family.
