What is the Message on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia? Reflecting on the struggles faced by forced refugees to flee discrimination based on their identity. What are the Challenges Faced by LGBTIQ+ Refugees? Discrimination, prejudice, and violence in countries of origin Barriers to seeking asylum and accessing services in host countries Xenophobic hostility … Read more
Climate crisis fuels flooding and deepens displacement In recent weeks, torrential rains in Afghanistan, Brazil, and East Africa have inundated towns and villages, destroyed homes and livelihoods, and brought increasing hardship for the most vulnerable populations. Refugees and displaced people have seen their shelters swept away, while host communities have lost their homes and been … Read more
UNHCR’s operations chief praises Brazil’s refugee protection and integration model GENEVA – Raouf Mazou, Assistant High Commissioner for Operations at UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, has praised Brazil’s exceptional solidarity with refugees and its inclusive response, which focuses on their protection and on finding solutions for them. What did Raouf Mazou praise Brazil for? Commitment … Read more
Uganda’s refugee policy under strain from influx from Sudan, DRC, and South Sudan Uganda is facing a growing number of refugees from Sudan, with over 33,000 arrivals, 19,000 settling in Kampala in 2024. Why are refugees coming to Uganda? Sudanese fleeing a year-long war Influx from Congo and South Sudan due to conflicts and climate … Read more
Uganda’s Humanitarian Efforts Strained by Influx of Refugees In the midst of ongoing conflicts and climate challenges, Uganda is experiencing a surge in refugees seeking safety from countries like Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and South Sudan. How is Uganda coping with this influx? Over 33,000 Sudanese arrivals, with 19,000 in Kampala since … Read more
IRAP Condemns Continued U.S. Deportation Flights to Haiti Why was the recent deportation flight to Haiti condemned? Despite political violence and catastrophic conditions in Haiti Second deportation flight since April UNHCR guidance on refugee protection for Haitians What did the International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) say? “It is unconscionable to forcibly return people back to … Read more
Factsheet: Global responsibility sharing through pathways for admission of Syrian refugees What are the key outcomes from the High-Level Meeting? Over 4.8 million Syrians forced across borders 6.5 million internally displaced Hosting countries under pressure Refugees moving to Europe in desperation What was discussed at the meeting? In the meeting, mechanisms for admitting Syrian refugees … Read more
Football Keeps Young Refugees’ Dreams Alive in Kakuma Camp How does football impact young refugees in Kakuma camp? Football provides a platform for young refugees to pursue their dreams. It unites diverse communities and boosts self-confidence. Refugees use football as a source of hope away from home. Who is Abdirahman Sheuna and why is he … Read more
UNHCR Recognizes Central America and Mexico’s Response to Displacement Following a high-level mission, UNHCR’s Assistant High Commissioner for Protection concluded her first mission to Central America and Mexico, emphasizing the importance of solidarity and solutions to protect and stabilize the unprecedented number of forcibly displaced people in the region. What Key Points Did Menikdiwela Highlight? … Read more
JUBA – UNHCR’s Deputy High Commissioner, Kelly T. Clements, and Sweden’s State Secretary for International Development Cooperation, Diana Janse, have recently visited South Sudan to assess the impact of the ongoing crisis following a year of conflict in Sudan. What did the officials observe during their visit? Visited Renk, where displaced South Sudanese and Sudanese … Read more