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At 103 years old, Syrian refugee Jassim returns home after the fall of the Assad regime.
Syria

Syrian centenarian leads his family home

Great-grandfather Jassim is one of over 500,000 Syrians who have returned home from neighboring countries, determined to rebuild despite ongoing challenges.

Displaced Ukrainian mother kissing her baby
Ukraine

Mothers under fire

Five stories of strength and survival from Ukrainian mothers forced to flee

Slam poet Huda the Goddess performs at a microphone. She is the winner of the 2025 Australia for UNHCR - SBS Les Murray Award for Refugee Recognition.
Australia

Slam poet Huda the Goddess wins the Les Murray Award

Huda Fadlelmawla is the winner of the 2025 Australia for UNHCR - SBS Les Murray Award for Refugee Recognition.

Ukraine. War Affected People In Donetsk Region Get Help To Repair Their Homes.
Ukraine

Lives at stake: How global aid cuts will affect Ukraine

As the full-scale war enters its fourth year, Ukrainians face a deadly new threat

Kakuma chess champion Amer Mach
Kenya

The Power of Chess

For Amer Mach, chess is a stepping stone to a brighter future.

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

Myanmar earthquake disaster
Myanmar

What is happening in Myanmar?

A massive 7.7-magnitude earthquake has devastated Myanmar. Please send aid now.

Australia_Les-Murray-Award-Winners
Australia

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

Nominations are now open for the 2026 award

Lebanon. Thousands cross back into Syria through Masnaa border point
Syria

What is happening in Syria?

And what does it mean for refugees?

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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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