Unhcr Refugee Laraman And Ibrahim Hero

Our Stories

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

Tasmania_DLA-Piper-trek-for-refugees
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
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
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
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.

Ivan reads a book in his great grandparents' home in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Worldwide

Must-read books on refugee experiences

Seven stories of resilience, courage and hope

Delma Albuquerque and Adrew Smart are recycling rubbish to support refugees
Australia

Recycling for refugees

A husband and wife team from Queensland are turning recyclable waste into cash to support refugees

Vitali and his mother Halyna stand in the ruins of a family home following a missile attack on their village, Ukraine
Ukraine

Lives on hold: Ukrainian families endure a third year of brutal war

It’s been over two years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began. With no end in sight, Ukrainian families are enduring terrifying conditions.

Sudanese refugee Hawa Issat in front of her temporary shelter
Worldwide

Transforming refugee lives: The power of your support in silent emergencies

Your generous donations are providing life-saving aid in Sudan, Yemen and beyond.

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