Interview: Rebecca Perlman
Interview: Rebecca Perlman, UK for UNHCR’s founding Chair We caught up with Rebecca about the evolution of the charity during her time on UK for UNHCR’s board, and the importance of supporting the refugee cause. 03.04.24 More stories Rebecca Perlman was UK for UNHCR’s...
UNIQLO and UNHCR unveil ‘Hope Away from Home’ graphic shirt collection to support refugees
UNIQLO and UNHCR unveil ‘Hope Away from Home’ graphic shirt collection to support refugees Featuring designs by five young artists from refugee and host communities, the shirts are available in select UNIQLO stores. Profits will aid UNHCR’s efforts to address...
Last year, UNHCR responded to 43 emergencies in 29 different countries
In 2023, UNHCR responded to 43 emergencies in 29 different countries When a crisis hits, UNHCR is there to help, even in the most remote – and sometimes dangerous – places. 22.01.24 More stories Mother of eight, Humaira, received a tent and emergency items in a...
Update: UNHCR supports civilians after Dnipro attack
A message from our CEO: UNHCR supports civilians after Dnipro attack A message to our supporters from UK for UNHCR CEO Emma Cherniavsky: relief being provided to families forced from their homes. 16.01.2023 More stories I wanted to keep you informed of UNHCR’s...
UN High Commissioner for Refugees calls to reverse ban of women humanitarian workers in Afghanistan
UN High Commissioner for Refugees calls to reverse ban of women humanitarian workers in Afghanistan The UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, joins the heads of other humanitarian organisations in calling on Afghanistan’s de facto authorities to reverse...
First UNITY Cup shows the power of football to connect refugees and hosts
First UNITY Cup shows the power of football to connect refugees and hosts Tournament featuring teams of female and male refugee and amateur national players highlights the role of sport in empowering displaced people and connecting them to their new communities....
Drought and conflict force 80,000 to flee Somalia for Kenya’s Dadaab refugee camps
Drought and conflict force 80,000 to flee Somalia for Kenya’s Dadaab refugee camps This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Boris Cheshirkov – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva....
UNHCR’s Assistant High Commissioner appeals for solutions in South Sudan
UNHCR’s Assistant High Commissioner appeals for solutions in South Sudan Assistant High Commissioner for Operations at UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, Raouf Mazou calls for greater international focus and support. 21.11.22 More stories JUBA – Assistant High...