Sudan : up to 860'000 could be forced to flee in the coming months

As the country experienced a full month of brutal fighting throughout its territory, the human toll of the conflict is tragically increasing. Facing such an uncertain situation, more and more people have no other choice than to flee to safety.
Emergency

Basketball for refugees: a transformational workshop

This Wednesday, a group of young refugees and professional basketball players got together at the House of Basketball, the headquarters of the International Basketball Federation for a transformational workshop.
In Switzerland

UNHCR’s Innovation Funds: Solving real-life challenges with Innovative solutions

On the occasion of World Creativity and Innovation day, we have interviewed Hovig Etyemezian, Head of Innovation at UNHCR. He shared with us about their Innovation funds and how they help solve real-life challenges in the field.
UNHCR

Sudan: a wind of uncertainty for millions of displaced people

UNHCR is closely monitoring how the situation on the ground is evolving, with movements of people into Chad and out of Khartoum already having been observed.
Emergency
Echos from the field

“I realise more and more that the common ground of all crises is human suffering”

Hussien Ahmad has been working for 7 years with UNHCR, after joining in his home country Syria. In this interview, he reflects on his work as a humanitarian.
UNHCR
Echos from the field

A pass for history: when a football legend meets a refugee team

What seems to be a usual Monday night for the youngsters of the Sotto lo Stesso Sole refugee team will take an unexpected turn with the visit of a football legend.
In Switzerland

Paris Blockchain week 2023: innovative use of blockchain solutions to help people forced to flee

Paris Blockchain Week 2023 brought together important actors in the blockchain and crypto industry. During the renowned event UNHCR won the the award for "Best Impact Project" and Switzerland for UNHCR launched an innovative fundraiser through NFTs.
UNHCR
Innovation

7 movies about refugees worth watching

Here is a list of 7 movies that will change the way you look at people forced to flee, from 'The Swimmers' to 'Hotel Rwanda.'. Their stories of resilience and hope will leave you inspired.
UNHCR

Syria marks 12 years of ongoing conflict

While the Syrian situation has been progressively fading out of the public debate and the media, the country remains the world’s largest displacement crisis with 6,8 million forcibly displaced people throughout the country and over 6,8 million refugees.
Emergency

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5 refugee athletes who made their mark on Swiss sport

Discover the inspiring journeys of 5 refugee athletes in Switzerland: from cycling to marathons, they've turned being forced to flee into sporting success. Stories of resilience, integration and Olympic dreams.
Refugee Portraits

Switzerland answered the call in 1953. Will we do it again?

In the face of a worsening global refugee crisis and the massive reduction in global humanitarian aid, Switzerland’s tradition of solidarity is more vital than ever. Find out how your support can make a difference.
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