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We take special care to bring you the latest refugee news and stories of the men, women and children we help each day.
For survivors of childhood sexual violence, a second chance in Colombia
In Colombia, Fundación Renacer has worked to give children and teens who have endured sexual violence the tools they need to rebuild their lives.
In South Africa’s COVID-19 lockdown, women refugee entrepreneurs struggle
As the nationwide lockdown continues, women entrepreneurs, including refugees, strive to provide for their families in South Africa.
UNHCR wins €1m prize for novel water tech in refugee camps
Affordable high-tech system allowing real-time monitoring of water provision and use in refugee settlements claims prestigious European Commission innovation prize.
Massive floods in Sudan impact thousands of refugees
Thousands of South Sudanese refugees remain in urgent need of support after heavy rains and floods damage their shelters.
Don’t let COVID-19 pandemic derail refugee education
As UNGA meets virtually, footballer Mohamed Salah, educator Mary Maker and UNHCR chief Grandi urge world to safeguard refugee education.
Activist turns adversity into a fresh start for refugee women
Congolese rights activist Sabuni is the regional winner for Africa for the UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award for her work with refugees in Uganda.
Activist champions rights of people with disabilities in Ukraine
Tetiana Barantsova from Ukraine is named regional winner for Europe for the UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award in 2020.
Jordanian scientist finds winning formula to get kids reading
Jordanian scientist Rana is regional winner for MENA of the Nansen Refugee Award for her programme to get children reading for pleasure.
Afghan sports coach helps young refugees find a path to school in Iran
Afghan football coach Rozma Ghafouri is a regional winner for UNHCR’s Nansen Refugee Award for her work empowering Afghan refugee girls.
UNHCR names Nansen Refugee Award regional winners
Four everyday heroes who help those in great need have been selected as the regional winners of this year’s Nansen Refugee Award.
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