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Sumia Hassan fled the conflict in Sudan, which has now entered its second year.
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Sudan

Sudan: Two years on

Millions of people are displaced after two years of war in Sudan. Now, a funding gap is threatening to stop life-saving aid from reaching those who need it most.

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Australia

Inspiring refugee advocates: Meet the past winners of the Les Murray Award

Nominations are now open for the 2026 award

Jordan. UNHCR Distributes Blankets To Refugees In Za'atari Camp
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Middle East, Afghanistan and Ukraine

Three ways you’re helping refugees this winter

Thanks to generous supporters like you, vulnerable families in Afghanistan, Jordan and Ukraine are receiving shelter, warmth and other life-saving winter essentials.

Afghanistan. UNHCR And WAW Collaboration Provides Sustainable Homes For Vulnerable Families In Surkhrod District
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Australia

Moments of hope: Seven inspiring stories from 2024

We hope you enjoy this collection of our favourite moments of hope, resilience, and achievement in 2024. Discover the impact former refugees are ma...

Judge Farah Altaf Atahee fled Afghanistan after the Taliban retook power in 2021
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Afghanistan

Meet the brave female judge forced to flee Afghanistan

On the day the Taliban retook power, Judge Farah Altaf Atahee went into hiding. She is among 17 female judges who have now found safety in Australia. She shares her story in her own words.

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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%
Fundraising