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Middle East Emergency
Increasing violence is threatening lives across the Middle East. Donate now to help UNHCR stay ready to respond wherever it’s needed most.
Australians empowering refugees
Australia for UNHCR is the UN Refugee Agency’s national partner in Australia, raising funds and awareness to support displaced people across the globe.
Australia for UNHCR unites caring Australians – individuals, community groups and businesses – to support people fleeing conflict, disaster and persecution. We advocate and fundraise for refugee protection, emergency aid and long-term support and solutions, helping UNHCR reach millions of displaced people each year.
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Your donations to Australia for UNHCR in action
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0 solar lamps giving light to those forced to flee
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Join our Emergency Response Team with your regular donation
Anyone can become a refugee. It takes just one war, one disaster, one crisis.
When a family’s world is turned upside down, they need immediate aid. By donating every four weeks, you ensure that emergency teams are ready to respond at a moment’s notice.
Refugees count on UNHCR to stay and deliver. You can support this vital work – sign up now to become a regular donor and begin changing lives.
Key Emergency Response
UNHCR works in more than 130 countries around the world. We are often first in and last out in a refugee crisis, providing vulnerable families with shelter, water and other survival essentials. Your gift to Australia for UNHCR can provide life-saving aid for people in their time of greatest need.
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The 2026 Les Murray Award is now open for nominations.
The Australia for UNHCR – SBS Les Murray Award for Refugee Recognition celebrates the contribution of refugees who shine a light on the situation of forcibly displaced people. The winner receives $10,000, generously donated by SBS, in recognition of their work.