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Ethiopia. Hawa, 40, stands in front of her shelter at the Kurmuk transit centre
Worldwide

Hidden from view: The world’s silent emergencies

With your help, refugees in forgotten conflicts can find safety and protection

Islam, 21, was uprooted by conflict in Khartoum and now shelters at a refugee camp.
Sudan

BTS fan dreams of a return to normality in Sudan

BTS fan dreams of a return to normality in Sudan

Nadia and her daughters Yuliia and Alisa in their room at the accommodation centre
Worldwide

Top photos from 2023

Here are some of the images that moved you in 2023 and the unique stories behind them.

Eliza sits with her children at the UNHCR transit centre in Renk, South Sudan
Worldwide

Three silent emergencies you need to know about

Shining a spotlight on humanitarian crises that the world is no longer watching.

Noor Kabir is the first Rohingya bodybuilding champion
Australia

Rohingya refugee turns bodybuilding dream into a reality

Inspired by the film Rocky, Noor is the world’s first Rohingya bodybuilding champion.

High Commissioner Visits Mykolaiv
Ukraine

Two years on: Ukrainian families still need urgent assistance

With your support, UNHCR is delivering emergency aid to Ukrainians and helping them rebuild their lives.

2024 VIC Young Australian of the Year winner, Bhakta Bhadur Bhattarai
Australia

Former refugees recognised in 2024 Australian of the Year Awards

Bhakta, Tin Hta and Qasem are celebrated for giving back to their communities.

Bulgaria. Sofia, 9, A Refugee Girl From Ukraine Is Looking Forward To Starting School In Bulgaria This Year
Worldwide

Seven children's books about refugees

Inspire empathy and expand young readers’ understanding of refugees during story time.

Poland. Ukranian Refugees In Poland Receive Winter Support
Ukraine

Hanna’s dream: To reunite with her family in a peaceful Ukraine

The people of Ukraine need your support more than ever as they enter a second winter at war.

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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%
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