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

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

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

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

Celebrate the Holidays with MADE51: Beautiful Gifts That Make a Difference

Among the 120 million forcibly displaced people worldwide are talented artisans whose cultural heritage and skills create objects of extraordinary beauty. When people are forced to flee, they leave behind homes, communities and livelihoods. Often they fin
Standing with Refugees

Ceasefire brings a glimpse of hope amid devastating humanitarian crises in Lebanon and Syria

Even with the ceasefire, the challenges are far from over. Many displaced people started returning to their homes today, but they are coming back to towns and neighbourhoods that have been heavily damaged by airstrikes.
Echos from the field

Drawing a bright future for Displaced Girls

This year, Caran d'Ache is teaming up with Switzerland for UNHCR during their Colourful Days campaign with a mission to bring color and hope into the lives of those forced to flee, focusing on supporting the education of displaced girls
Standing with Refugees

Climate change, displacement, and refugees: Less talk and more action needed

Climate change is having a particular impact on people forced to flee their homes. Find out more about the major challenges linking climate and displacement from Andrew Harper, UNHCR's Special Adviser on Climate Action.
Standing with Refugees

Top 3 Video Games: Understand refugees’ journeys in an interactive way

Top 3 Video Games : Understand refugees’ journeys in an interactive way
Standing with Refugees
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Switzerland for UNHCR welcomes new Executive Director
Switzerland for UNHCR, the UN Refugees Agency’s national partner, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rémi Vallet as its new Executive Director, effective September 15, 2025.
Press release
World Refugee Day: A bittersweet celebration
This World Refugee Day, we are not celebrating. Faced with dramatic budget cuts, millions of refugees are losing access to shelter, education and healthcare. Take action with us. Donate today.
UNHCR