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UNHCR warns of surging needs in Sudan amid skyrocketing prices and gaps in humanitarian funding
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is today warning of spiralling humanitarian needs for refugees and displaced people in Sudan as living costs skyrocket amidst the ripple effects of the war in Ukraine, lingering impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, and extreme weather resulting from the climate crisis.
UNHCR survey: Refugees from Ukraine eager to work but need sustained support to ensure inclusion
The majority of Ukrainian refugees are highly educated and willing to work and contribute to their host countries, but they need sustained support to help ensure socio-economic inclusion, according to a survey released today by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency.
Joint press release: International community shows solidarity with efforts to enhance protection and find solutions for people forced to flee and host communities in Central America and Mexico
Donors pledged more than USD 210 million and mobilised political and technical resources to address the needs of forcibly displaced people and the communities that host them.
Peruvian and Venezuelan girls come together to campaign for social change
Quinta Ola started as a way of giving teenage girls in Peru a greater say in society and their futures. Now it’s doing the same for refugee and migrant girls from Venezuela.
UNHCR, UNICEF establish dozens of support hubs in countries hosting Ukrainian refugees
Since the escalation of the war in Ukraine, some 234,000 refugees from Ukraine were able to use protection and support services provided by 36 Blue Dot Hubs.
UN Refugee Agency issues new legal guidance on protection of Somali refugees
UNHCR has released new guidance on the eligibility for refugee status of Somalis fleeing their country.
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