The mark of 100 million displaced people worldwide has been passed.
With the influx of refugees and the increase in conflict and violence in 2021, the number of displaced people in the world has, for the first time, passed the unfortunate 100 million mark.
Emergency
"The sooner a woman has that support, the sooner she will be integrated"
The association was founded in 2007 to help qualified refugee or migrant women overcome obstacles to integration.
Standing with Refugees
Cameroon: Displacement caused by resource scarcity
Since the end of 2021, the Far North of Cameroon has been the scene of violent clashes. Inter-community violence in this region has forced more than 100,000 people to flee, a figure that is probably even higher.
Echos from the field
Meet the cartoonist Hani Abbas
Hani Abbas is a well-known cartoonist, living in Switzerland since 2012 after fleeing the war in Syria. As a Syrian and Palestinian living all his life as a refugee, his artworks reflect his history.
In Switzerland
Standing with Refugees : SPORTEGRATION
SPORTEGRATION est une association fondée en 2016 qui réunit des personnes réfugiées et des locaux ici en Suisse. Nous utilisons le sport comme base et moyen pour une intégration durable des jeunes.
Standing with Refugees
Innovation and the humanitarian sector: a booming partnership
In recent years, digital tools, technology and innovation have progressively transformed sectors and industries, permeating the strategies of many organizations, private companies and academic institutions.
UNHCR
Refugee Portraits: Awadil
For the fourth article in our series, we met Awadil*, who had to flee Pakistan 28 years ago, where his life was in danger. He was granted asylum in Switzerland, where he now works as a social worker helping other refugees.
Refugee Portraits
Yemen: the world's largest humanitarian crisis.
Eight years. That's how long the crisis in Yemen has already lasted, a civil war that has forced more than 4 million people to move within the country. A devastating crisis, which has destroyed health services and food supplies in the country.
UNHCR
"The foundation of what we do is the recognition that work is a source of dignity."
Since 2015, Capacity is dedicated to responding to this very important issue of creating a feeling of belonging for those who have experienced being a refugee or a migrant
Standing with Refugees
"We are very proud at Servette FC to represent Geneva with UNHCR"
We took advantage of our partnership with the SFC to ask former national team player Philippe Senderos some questions about forced displacement and football.
Malaika Theatre in Switzerland fosters refugee integration through theatre. Discover how this unique project strengthens language skills, self-confidence, and cultural exchange.
Discover how displaced families observe Ramadan despite hardship. From Lebanon to Yemen, refugees find strength in faith and community. Learn how to support them.
After 14 years of crisis, Syrians are considering returning home. But landmines, economic hardship, and destroyed infrastructure are major challenges. Discover their journey, the urgent needs, and how UNHCR supports safe, voluntary returns.
Celebrate International Women’s Day by discovering five 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.