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Members of the school community came together on Multicultural Day to raise money for those forced to flee.
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Australia

Townsville Grammar School fundraises for refugees on Multicultural Day

Members of the school community came together on Multicultural Day to raise money for those forced to flee. 

Burundi. Refugee Families In Nyakanda Refugee Camp
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Worldwide

Why is World Refugee Day important?

Learn about the history and significance of World Refugee Day, and discover how you can get involved to support refugees worldwide 

Australia. Hamed Allahyari and work colleagues at SalamaTea cafe
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Australia

A guide to refugee cafes across Australia

Cafes and restaurants run by refugees are more than just places to eat — they are community hubs that offer cultural dining experiences and support for those who need it most. 

Young family in Lypkuvativka collective site
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Ukraine

Help Ukrainians in their time of crisis

As violence escalates in the Kharkiv region, your support can provide critical aid to displaced families.

LWF supporter Monika Kollaras tells us her story and explains why she is passionate about helping others forced to flee.
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Australia

Monika’s journey: from refugee to empowering others

Leading Women Fund supporter and former refugee Monika Kollaras tells us her story and explains why she is passionate about helping others forced to flee.

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Australia

DLA Piper’s fundraising trek for refugees

Employees from DLA Piper are trekking Tasmania’s Three Capes to raise money for programs empowering vulnerable refugees to address environmental challenges.

IOC Refugee Team announced for Paris Olympics
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Worldwide

2024 Refugee Olympic Team announced for Paris

Thirty-six refugee athletes will compete on the world stage at the Olympic Games in July

Help rebuild Ukraine: Five ways your donation makes a difference
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Ukraine

Help rebuild Ukraine: Five ways your donation makes a difference

From housing to healthcare – see the impact you’re having on Ukrainians enduring a third year of full-scale war

Rob Kolbe celebrates his 50th birthday with a 50km run for refugees
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Australia

Rob’s 50km run for refugees

UNHCR supporter and avid runner Rob Kolbe celebrated his 50th birthday by running 50km across the Harbour City, fundraising for refugees along the way.

Fundraising Commitment

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