‘Uprooted to unstoppable’: Canadian artist’s exhibit at UN headquarters highlights power of soccer to change lives
Vancouver artist Carling Jackson’s mural embodies hope, resilience and the power of soccer NEW YORK CITY – As the FIFA 2026 World Cup kicks off today, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is launching an exhibition, now open to the public at the UN Visitors Lobby inside the...
Renewed insecurity and rising displacement in South Sudan’s Jonglei put thousands at grave risk, UNHCR warns
This is a summary of what was said by Matthew Brook, UNHCR Representative in South Sudan – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. GENEVA – UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is warning that a grave...
UNHCR: ‘A reliable immigration pathway could unlock potential’
On June 3, 2026, UNHCR Canada was invited to appear before the House of Commons’ Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration (CIMM) as part of its study of Attracting and Empowering Global Talent to Strengthen Canada’s Economy. Michael Cassasola, UNHCR...
UNHCR: Refugees in Eastern and Southern Africa remain in exile for nearly 16 years
GENEVA – Refugees in Eastern and Southern Africa remain in exile for a median period of almost 16 years, according to new analysis by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, underscoring the urgent need to expand solutions. The analysis, based on UNHCR’s registration data...
UNHCR, humanitarian partners ask the world not to forget Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Babar Baloch – to whom quoted text may be attributed – in response to questions received at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva GENEVA – This year, the world will mark nine years...
UNHCR appalled by attacks on aid operations and rising civilian toll in Ukraine
This is a summary of what was said by Bernadette Castel-Hollingworth, UNHCR Representative in Ukraine – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. KYIV – Intensifying Russian attacks across Ukraine are...
Statement by UNHCR Representative on deadly attack on Dnipro, destroying humanitarian aid in UNHCR’s warehouse
I strongly condemn last night’s Russian missile and drone attack on Dnipro, that claimed at least two civilian lives, injured more, and also hit a UNHCR-contracted warehouse, resulting in the destruction of significant amounts of humanitarian aid and shelter...
Uprooted to unstoppable: Gamechanging Team, captained by Alphonso Davies, inspires fans and refugees to believe in the possible
Ahead of the FIFA 2026 World Cup, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is announcing a symbolic team of global football players with a refugee or displacement background. This Gamechanging Team embodies hope, courage, resilience and the power of what is possible when young...