Australia
“We couldn’t look away from the plight of refugees”
Meet the Clark Team who are Stepping with Refugees this November.
Our Stories
Worldwide
Refugees rebuild their lives through education
The cost of higher education is still out of reach for many refugees. Leah, Asma and Sara highlight the power of education in creating generational change.
Afghanistan
Helping earthquake survivors in Afghanistan
One month on from the deadly earthquakes that struck Herat Province, tens of thousands of survivors are still homeless. With your help, UNHCR is delivering emergency supp...
Africa
Our CEO and Chair report from Kenya and Uganda
Australia for UNHCR CEO, Trudi Mitchell and Board Chair, Professor Peter Shergold recently returned from a field trip to Kenya and Uganda – two countries that host large ...
Worldwide
Vulnerable families brace for a dangerous winter ahead
Winters in the Northern Hemisphere are bitterly cold, with temperatures dropping well below freezing. Refugees and displaced people need support to survive these harsh co...
Australia
Six reasons why you should hire refugees, by Janine Allis
There are big benefits to supporting and employing refugees.
Australia
“I’m ready to start giving back”
Why Sabine McDonald donates to the Leading Women Fund
Jordan
Meet the refugee journalist working to change lives
As a Syrian woman living in Jordan’s Zaatari camp, Alaa Alqasem knows better than most the challenges refugees face
Worldwide
Five podcasts about refugees you need to listen to
Hear stories and voices of those forced to flee
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 programs14%
Admin14%
Fundraising