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UNHCR assists a woman who was forced from her home in Ukraine
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You helped UNHCR assist 4.7 million people in Ukraine

Your generosity is helping UNHCR deliver life-saving assistance.

Dr Michael Brownstein
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“Refugees are particularly dedicated and resilient medical professionals”

A Syrian refugee student has received a life-changing mentorship from an Australian doctor thanks to UNHCR’s innovative Connecting Worlds app.

Maryana Golovko recording the song Blue Skies
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The Ukrainian soprano raising her voice for refugees

Maryana Golovko has collaborated with Australian band The Bluesberries to produce the moving song Blue Skies.

Nawal smiles at the camera while her daughter looks at a smart phone Nawal is holding.
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Australia

How it feels to take part in Connecting Worlds

Four donors share their experience connecting with refugees through the world-first app

Andrew Atkinson Working As A Peacekeeper 2
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Why a former UN peacekeeper is leaving a gift for refugees in his Will

“In a lot of conflicts or disasters, there’s nobody else to help but UNHCR.”

Sheena Polese
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Australia

“We all have the capacity to help”

Meet leadership coach (and ultra-marathon runner!) Sheena Polese

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Our fundraising impact

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.

72%
Humanitarian programs
14%
Admin
14%
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