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Funding cuts threaten support for displaced women affected by violence in Mozambique
Conflict and extreme weather are forcing more people from their homes in Cabo Delgado Province, exposing women to sexual violence and other threats as funds to meet their needs run dry.
Haitian refugee finds safety and stability in Mexico City
When Giovanni arrived in Mexico after a long and uncertain journey from Haiti, he knew no one and spoke no Spanish, but he received support to rebuild his life and find a community.
Syrian centenarian leads his family home as returns reach half a million
Great-grandfather Jassim is among more than 500,000 Syrians who have returned from neighbouring countries since the fall of the Assad regime, hoping to rebuild their homes and country despite many challenges.
Nicaraguan refugees in Costa Rica face renewed uncertainty amid cuts to support
A sharp reduction in funding has forced UNHCR and its partners to slash support to thousands of Nicaraguan refugees and asylum-seekers in Costa Rica.
Afghan refugees forced to return face uncertain future
In the month of April, more than 280,000 Afghans were pressured to return home or were deported from Pakistan and Iran. Many arrived with nothing and urgently need help to restart their lives By Faramarz Barzin in Torkham, Afghanistan The Torkham border connecting...
Sudanese refugee doctors given opportunity to practice medicine in Chad
UNHCR and partners are working with the Chadian authorities to recognize Sudanese refugees’ medical qualifications so they can work in the local health system.
How UNHCR protects people forced to flee
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, works around the world to protect refugees and people displaced inside their own countries. But why do people forced to flee need protection, and how do we provide it?
After two years of war, Sudanese refugees continue to cross into Chad
As Sudan’s brutal conflict reaches a grim two-year milestone, refugees continue to arrive daily in Chad, stretching the country’s resources to the limit amid reduced international funding.
Airstrikes in Ukraine: UNHCR responds with home repairs and support to heal mental scars
Flexible funding from donors proves life-saving in Ukraine, where UNHCR continues to respond with emergency assistance after devastating attacks that destroy homes and shatter lives.
Myanmar quake piles fresh suffering on families fleeing conflict
After his hometown was razed during Myanmar’s long-running conflict, U Than Win is among many who lost everything for a second time when the deadly earthquake struck.
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