Winter Appeal

Temperatures are dropping rapidly. With little or no protection against icy winds and heavy snow, displaced families need your support now.

Beyond the Headlines

Discover the untold stories of ordinary people affected by the conflicts and crises that make the headlines.

Who is a refugee?

This winter, search beyond the headlines.

A Great British Welcome

Sharing stories of how communities across the UK welcome people who have been forced to flee their homes.

Hope Away from Home

Act now, call on world leaders to protect people seeking asylum and their rights

East and Horn of Africa

Global conflict and the worst drought in 40 years have resulted in an unprecedented food shortage, impacting millions in the East and Horn of Africa.

Winter Appeal

Temperatures are dropping rapidly. With little or no protection against icy winds and heavy snow, displaced families need your support now.

Beyond the Headlines

Discover the untold stories of ordinary people affected by the conflicts and crises that make the headlines.

Who is a refugee?

This winter, search beyond the headlines.

Hope Away from Home

Act now, call on world leaders to protect people seeking asylum and their rights

A Great British Welcome

Sharing stories of how communities across the UK welcome people who have been forced to flee their homes.

East and Horn of Africa

Global conflict and the worst drought in 40 years have resulted in an unprecedented food shortage, impacting millions in the East and Horn of Africa.

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Emergencies

Emergencies

Protecting civilians fleeing the world’s most dangerous conflicts.

Ongoing care

Ongoing care

Helping refugees access healthcare, education and livelihoods

Returning home

Returning home

Helping communities return, rebuild and restore hope after conflict

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Defending human rights and calling on governments to take action

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