The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR)’s Global Consultations with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) have been convened for 30 years as a space to exchange ideas, identify policy priorities, and inform collaboration between UNHCR and NGOs. Asylum Access, a regular attendee, participated in this important forum from June 11-13, 2024, in Geneva, represented by Deepa Nambiar, Director of … Read more
On July 1, 2024, Panama and the United States collaborated for a groundbreaking initiative using U.S. State Department funds for deportations from Panama. Let’s delve into the details of this significant partnership: What is the Diplomatic Arrangement Between Panama and the United States? An agreement between Panama and the U.S. for the repatriation of foreign … Read more
The Principals of the UN Steering Group on Solutions to Internal Displacement, including DCO, IOM, OCHA, UNDP, UNDPO, UNDPPA, UNICEF, and UNHCR, have released a joint statement. What does the joint statement entail? This joint statement aims to address the challenges faced by internally displaced persons (IDPs) worldwide. The Principals emphasize the importance of finding … Read more
UNHCR urges global response to neglected humanitarian crisis in the Sahel Concern Over Humanitarian Crisis UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, expresses deep concern about the escalating humanitarian crisis in the Sahel Region. Forced Displacement Numbers Over 3.3 million people are forcibly displaced in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger due to ongoing conflict exacerbated by the … Read more
Investigating UNHCR’s Archive In a sub-basement beneath UNHCR’s headquarters in Geneva, a vast warren of rolling stack shelves contains the physical archives of the UN Refugee Agency’s more than 70 years of operation What Insights Do These Archives Offer? Reveal human stories of forced displacement Provide a living resource and inspiration Significance of Archival Material … Read more
What are the needs and risks facing refugees and migrants on their route to Europe? UNHCR released a mapping report highlighting the lack of protection services Refugees and migrants face unimaginable horrors along the East and West African routes Many experience human rights violations, including sexual violence and kidnappings How severe is the lack of … Read more
UNHCR expresses concern over new asylum restrictions in the United States UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, has flagged concerns over the stringent asylum regulations recently announced by the United States. What are the implications of these new measures? The new rules may prevent many individuals in need of refuge from accessing international protection. Those affected … Read more
High Commissioner’s statement at the Brussels Syria Conference Charles Eric Dunmore Mon, 05/27/2024 – 19:33 Why is Syria Important? All eyes have been on Gaza, but Syria also needs attention Conflict resolution vital to avoid humanitarian crises How can we solve the Syrian refugee crisis? UNHCR’s Standpoint UNHCR insists on international protection standards for Syrian … Read more
Refugee Empowerment Through Digital IDs How did accessing the ID system change the life of a Yemeni refugee in Ethiopia? A year after fleeing violence in Yemen, Ibtisam Khaled Al-Barti in Ethiopia faced challenges in starting a business without formal documents. However, a new digital ID system has opened doors for refugees like her. What … Read more
Seeking Safety and Freedom: The Plight of Rohingya Refugees Why are Rohingya refugees risking their lives at sea? Jannatara, an 18-year-old Rohingya refugee, embarked on a treacherous sea journey from Bangladesh to Indonesia, fearing for her safety after losing her husband to unknown assailants. Pregnant and vulnerable, she sought refuge in Indonesia, where she now … Read more