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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.
Refugee Paralympic Team takes centre stage at Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony
After overcoming huge adversity to reach the Paralympics, the team of refugee athletes now aims to compete, win and give hope to others.
Refugee athlete and guide united in their quest for Paralympic gold
Vision-impaired sprinter Guillaume Junior Atangana will carry the flag for the Refugee Paralympic Team with high hopes at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.
Harvesting honey in Afghanistan raises hopes for a sweeter future
A beekeeping project is creating livelihoods for Afghan women and men and helping the environment.
From the limbo of statelessness to belonging in Panama
After moving to Panama from Colombia at the age of 20, Hermelinda spent much of the next 50 years living in fear because she lacked a legal identity.
Five things to know about statelessness
Statelessness affects millions of people globally, restricting their lives and opportunities. Here’s what you need to know about how it happens and what is being done to address it.
Education on hold: Sudan war robs young people’s hope for the future
An entire generation is facing a bleak future as continued violence in Sudan disrupts education for millions.
Refugee Olympic Team inspires as it makes history
From the team’s first-ever medal to its final appearances and some personal bests, refugee athletes showcased their determination and the power of sport to transform lives.
The Taekwondo academy in Jordanian refugee camp that produced an Olympian
Friends and family of Yahya Bassam Al Ghotany filled with pride as he competes in Paris, while the academy in Azraq camp where he trained helps young people build resilience and follow their dreams.
Cindy Ngamba wins historic first medal for Refugee Olympic Team
Boxer won a bronze medal in the 75kg category after a dominant quarterfinal win.
Refugees paddle for inclusion in Seville
The Crew Together project in the Spanish city of Seville uses canoeing to promote refugees’ integration as well as their physical and mental well-being.
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