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How refugees celebrate Ramadan
Despite challenging circumstances, refugees find strength and peace during the holy month.
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Horn of Africa
“All I think about is how I’m going to feed them”
Devastating drought, rising prices and a funding shortfall are pushing refugees in the Horn of Africa closer to famine.
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Australia
Anyier Yuol wins the Les Murray Award
Former South Sudanese refugee Anyier Yuol has won the 2023 Australia for UNHCR – SBS Les Murray Award for Refugee Recognition for her diverse achie...
Yemen
Yemen: Nine years of crisis
After nine years of conflict, 4.5 million peopl...
Australia
“I’m going to keep showing up”
Former Australian of the Year, Local Hero and former Kenyan refugee Rosemary Kariuki explains what drives her life-changing work in Sydney’s west.
Jordan
How surging costs are putting Syrian refugees at risk
For single mothers like Iman, UNHCR’s cash assistance payments are more vital than ever
Ukraine
“We are always thinking about the families and children left behind”
After fleeing their home in Ukraine, Tetyana Gurina and her family travelled across Europe – eventually making their way to Adelaide
Syria and Türkiye
Online community raises $23,000 for Türkiye and Syria
How Okay Bears used digital art to support earthquake survivors
Australia
Meet Zabi Malik, this year’s winner of the Beddie Scholarship
The former Afghan refugee hopes the scholarship will help him become a film-maker
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The majority of funds raised by Australia for UNHCR are directed to UNHCR’s emergency operations, providing the ready funds and resources to respond quickly and effectively in situations of crisis and disaster.
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Humanitarian programs14%
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