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
Emergency

"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
In Switzerland

"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.
In Switzerland

« Even if it's -2°, people are well motivated and with a smile »

For the ninth article in our series, we met with FLAG21, a non-profit association that aims to facilitate the integration of people with asylum and migration backgrounds in Geneva through sports activities.
In Switzerland

Refugee numbers from Ukraine reach 3 million

More than 3 million people have fled Ukraine in less than three weeks. Update on the situation on the ground.
Emergency

Gillian Triggs: women in forced displacement

Today is international women’s day. In partnership with Corriere del Ticino, we decided to mark this day not only by talking about the challenges faced by forcibly displaced women, but also by highlighting the advances made in terms of gender equality.
In Switzerland
UNHCR

Ukraine: already 1 million refugees forced to flee

More than one million refugees have fled Ukraine to neighbouring countries in the past week. If the situation continues to deteriorate, there will be up to 12 million people inside Ukraine, and 4 million refugees from Ukraine.
Emergency

Z Zurich Foundation provides critical support to the Ukraine emergency response

Switzerland for UNHCR is highly pleased to announce that the Z Zurich Foundation has decided to support UNHCR in ensuring an immediate and effective response to the Ukraine emergency.
In Switzerland

Switzerland for UNHCR charity of the Servette FC - BSC Young Boys match

Servette FC and Switzerland for UNHCR join efforts to help people forced to flee. Join us in the stadium !
In Switzerland

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Chad: When Humanitarian Aid Builds the Future

In Chad, UNHCR’s work goes beyond emergency response – durable shelters, self-sufficiency through agriculture, and training of young people are at the heart of UNHCR's humanitarian work. A testimony by Rémi Vallet, CEO of Switzerland for UNHCR.
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