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4 inspiring women who are changing lives for refugees

Celebrate International Women’s Day by discovering four extraordinary women who transform the lives of refugees. They are tirelessly advocating for their communities with passion and integrity, striving to create inclusivity, opportunities and peace.

Standing with Refugees

Wed 05/03/2025 - 15:05

Three years of war in Ukraine: refugee stories of strength and hope

Three years into the Ukraine war, UNHCR continues providing aid, protection & hope to refugees and displaced families. Learn how you can help.

Emergency

Fri 21/02/2025 - 08:20

Viktoria was forced to flee Ukraine: Her story

In 2022, Viktoria was forced to flee Odessa in Ukraine with her children and her disabled mother. They made their way to neighbouring Moldova and found shelter in a refugee centre in the capital Chisinau.

Echos from the field

Thu 13/02/2025 - 12:30

The Ongoing Crisis in Syria: Updates from the Field

The crisis in Syria has now entered its 14th year and remains one of the largest displacement crises in the world, with millions of people in need of humanitarian assistance inside Syria and in neighbouring countries.

Echos from the field

Thu 06/02/2025 - 16:33

Millions of people protected with your support in 2024

In 2024, UNHCR faced numerous challenges, responding to 43 emergencies, including conflicts, climate disasters, and disease outbreaks. With 91% of its workforce in the field, UNHCR provided critical aid and protection to millions of displaced people.

Emergency

Thu 30/01/2025 - 16:02

5 resolutions for a more peaceful year

The beginning of the year is always a time of great motivation, planning, and positive resolutions for the upcoming year. Discover 5 resolutions you can adopt for a more peaceful year.

In Switzerland

Mon 20/01/2025 - 17:32

Stronger together

The year 2024 was extraordinarily challenging. The number of people forced to flee their homes due to conflict and persecution reached nearly 123 million by the end of June.

Echos from the field

Mon 20/01/2025 - 08:04

Highlights 2024 at Switzerland for UNHCR

As we reflect on 2024, it's heartening to see the incredible stories of resilience, creativity, and community that have emerged in Switzerland and around the world for people forced to flee.

In Switzerland

Fri 13/12/2024 - 13:07

Patience and vigilance needed for Syria’s path to peace and reconstruction

Recent developments in Syria are raising hopes for peace and reconstruction. After more than 14 years of conflict, Syria has an unprecedented opportunity to move towards peace, with its people beginning to return home.

Press release

Wed 11/12/2024 - 15:16

15% of UNHCR funding received for 2025: continued efforts are needed

In a world marked by escalating conflicts and displacement, the UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, has announced a landmark achievement: donor governments have pledged an unprecedented US$1.143 billion to support UNHCR programmes in 2025.

Press release

Wed 04/12/2024 - 16:11