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Pandemic threatens progress on refugee admissions through family, work, study permits
1.5 million people from nations driving major refugee movements were admitted by 35 OECD countries and Brazil on family, work and study permits in the decade just prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
News comment by UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi on US decision to increase refugee resettlement admissions
I praise President Biden’s move to restore the US’ leadership on refugee resettlement. – Filippo Grandi, UNHCR Chief.
Friends face dangers alone after fleeing Cabo Delgado attacks
Separated from their families after armed groups attacked their town, three young boys struggle to find food and shelter, and fear for their future.
UNHCR warns of mounting refugee and migrant deaths in the Central Mediterranean
“I’m calling from the port of Trapani in Sicily. As I speak, over 450 persons are disembarking following rescue by the NGO vessel Sea Watch, among them around 180 are children…
Starting over is not easy but Burundian refugees are hopeful as they return home
Hope and expectation as Burundian refugees return home after years in exile in Rwanda. | UNHCR Canada
UNHCR applauds US decision to increase refugee resettlement
UNHCR strongly welcomes today’s decision by President Biden to admit up to 62,500 people to the US this year under the refugee resettlement program.
Across Latin America, displaced people receive the COVID-19 jab
Latin America is among the regions hardest hit by the coronavirus. But now, in countries such as Guyana, Ecuador and Peru, refugees in priority groups are among those getting the vaccine.
Many stateless in UK face a tortuous road to recognition
UNHCR study shines light on a hidden national issue that, despite recent progress, still affects millions of people around the world.
Nearly 30,000 people displaced by March attacks in northern Mozambique
UNHCR is deeply concerned by the humanitarian consequences of the rapid escalation of violence in northern Mozambique.
Mother’s Day Gift Guide: 5 Gifts You Can Send Virtually
Celebrate the inspiring women in your life with a symbolic gift that will help refugee women survive, recover and build a better future.
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