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Our newsroom aims to bring you important information from around the world, including breaking news, Canada refugee news, refugee stories, compelling videos, the latest stats and more.
Our frequent updates from our staff in the field, about our work, and the people we help, play an important role in keeping staff, media, the public and our donors informed.
UNHCR urges support to address urgent needs of Sudanese refugees at Chad border
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR’s Representative in Chad Laura Lo Castro – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva.
As Sudan war drags on, millions still languish in displacement camps
With no end to the violence in Sudan, nearly 2 million people have been forced to flee to neighbouring countries including South Sudan, where at least 1,000 people still cross the border daily.
Speech by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees at the University of Nairobi
What a privilege and a great pleasure to be here today! I have been looking forward so much to this event. I think you all know — and can imagine — that I speak in many places. But I specially value opportunities to speak at universities.
Facing grief and hunger, Sudanese refugees in Chad hope the world will not forget them
With over 600,000 new Sudanese refugees in Chad and more streaming in every day, underfunded humanitarian agencies are struggling to provide adequate assistance.
UNHCR and partners rush support to Rohingya refugees affected by deadly landslides in Bangladesh
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Babar Baloch – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva.
Digital hub connects displaced people in Burkina Faso to new opportunities
In the city of Kaya, a ‘Connectivity Centre’ means host communities and forcibly displaced people can access online courses, learn new digital skills, and stay in touch with loved ones.
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