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Exhausted Afghan families return from Pakistan
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Needs intensify as over 1.5 million people return to Afghanistan

UNHCR is urgently seeking funding to protect over 1.5 million people who have returned or been forced to return to Afghanistan so far this year, including over 1 million from Iran.

Akec Makur Chuot
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Australia

From a refugee camp to the Hawthorn Hawks

Akec Makur Chuot is a former refugee and professional football player, currently playing for Hawthorn in the AFLW. 

Australia_May Lunch With The UN High Commissioner For Refugees
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Australia

High Commissioner for Refugees visits Australia

Last month, the High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi spoke at a lunch hosted by Australia for UNHCR.

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UN Deputy High Commissioner for Refugees visits Australia

Deputy High Commissioner Kelly T. Clements thanks Australian donors and addresses challenges for refugees

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Bangladesh

Ian Chappell: Why I’m not surprised Bangladesh is welcoming Rohingya refugees

Australia for UNHCR Special Representative Ian Chappell reflects on the Rohingya refugee crisis

Janine Allis
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Australia

Why I’m helping refugee women

As Australia for UNHCR’s newest ambassador, Allis is the leading voice for the Leading Women Fund, which is aimed at engaging female professionals ...

Marta Dusseldorp’s mission to the Middle East
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Jordan

Marta Dusseldorp’s mission to the Middle East

Actor Marta Dusseldorp meets Syrian refugees.

Our Special Representative Marta Dusseldorp stars in in TV show 'Stateless'
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Australia

Refugee drama makes a statement

Star-studded TV show ‘Stateless’ hits hard

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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.

72%
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14%
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