DR Congo is facing a crisis within a crisis. Conflict. Displacement. Ebola. Millions of lives are at stake. Urgent support is needed now.

102 suicide attempts. 24 deaths by suicide. In just the first half of 2026, among refugees in Uganda alone. For refugees who've already lost so much, it doesn't take much more to lose hope entirely: funding cuts ending vital support, lack of food and clean water, obstacle after…Mostrar mais

Schools are a place of learning. Schools are a safe haven. For refugees, schools are a beacon of hope for a brighter tomorrow. Schools are a lot of things, but they should never be a target. #ProtectEducation #EducationUnderAttack

75 years ago, the world made a promise to protect people forced to flee. Today, that promise is under strain. Our Goodwill Ambassador Theo James’ grandfather’s story powerfully reminds us why we must protect the right to seek safety. Read his op-ed via @TIME:

More than 600,000 people have gained or confirmed nationality since 2014 through global efforts.

Understanding the difference matters. Respect for all people matters most.

War shouldn’t become the new normal for anyone. Millions of people have fled the fighting. Millions more are caught up in waves Russian strikes night and day. The situation is worsening. People need the world’s attention now more than ever.

What does refugee inclusion look like? It starts with listening, empathy and making sure refugee voices are represented even when they’re not in the room. Chantal form @RefugeesRwanda shows why inclusion starts with all of us.

More than a wheelchair. For David, who lives with cerebral palsy, a wheelchair changed everyday life for his entire family. It gave him and his mom, Clementine, the freedom to go outside, connect with others, and participate more fully in their community.

Every day, forcibly displaced people work to create better lives for themselves after facing unimaginable hardships. Wherever they are and whomever they may be, refugees deserve the world’s attention and support.

For these Indigenous women in Colombia, this is more than the practice of traditional medicine. On the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Women And Girls, we celebrate these women who, even in displacement, are ensuring the survival of their culture, knowledge, spiritua…Mostrar mais

For Uwanahoro, farming is about more than harvesting crops. As a member of a cooperative, she works with Rwandan farmers, earning an income, feeding her family and building connections beyond the camp. What grows in these fields is not just food, but dignity, opportunity and a…Mostrar mais

Nobody chooses to become a refugee. But we can choose compassion. We can choose solidarity. We can choose to uphold the rights that belong to every human being. Because refugee rights are human rights.

Roberto left Venezuela with almost nothing, but these are a few of things he took with him. Crisis, insecurity and discrimination forced him out. In Ecuador, he’s been able to rebuild his life.

Homeward. Last week, Syrian families choosing to return home travelled from Lebanon to Syria. UNHCR continues to facilitate voluntary returns for refugees who wish to make the journey.

In less than three years, 6 million people have returned to Afghanistan. Recent history hasn’t seen a return movement on this scale. It is critical that all returns everywhere are voluntary, safe and dignified. Don’t forget about Afghanistan.

Education is a human right. Not a privilege. A message delivered to you by Sudanese refugee students in Maban, South Sudan. 💌

When Dr. Addis fled Ethiopia, he feared he had lost the profession he loved. Requalifying in a new country was not easy, but he persevered. Today in Rwanda, he is practicing medicine again, serving patients in Rwanda and proving that refugees bring their talent to the places the…Mostrar mais

New backpacks, new classes, new school supplies! It’s back to school season and 20,000 students across @ZaatariCamp and Azraq camp are heading to their first day of classes. Many refugee children unfortunately won’t be. Education is a human right, for everyone.

80% of the students in Rwanda’s top-performing school are refugees. But for many of them, university is out of reach despite their high grades and big dreams. Help open the door to their future. Donate today: unh.cr/Mdc8kU #BackToSchool

Some good news! After decades away, over 400 Rwandan refugees have voluntarily returned home from the DR Congo, joining almost 8,400 people who have returned since January 2025. For families returning home, it’s a fresh start and renewed hope for the future.

How does UNHCR protect refugees? It starts with safety.

After surviving violence, displacement and years of hardship, Odette rebuilt her life through mental health support and a small basket-weaving business in Rwanda. Today, she provides for her children, employs other refugees and is looking toward the future with confidence.

Refugees are people who were forced to flee their homes. But that’s only part of their story. They are parents, students, artists, entrepreneurs, athletes, teachers, neighbours and friends. They are people with dreams, talents, ambitions and stories that go far beyond displacem…Mostrar mais

Everyone has the right to a nationality. Yet, more than 4.5 million people remain invisible in the eyes of the law, deprived of this fundamental right through no fault of their own, leaving them uncounted, unrecognized and forgotten.

Don’t forget Sudan. That’s the message Sudanese refugee students asked Goodwill Ambassador Wenyen Gabriel to carry with him. He promised to share their stories with the world. From fleeing violence to finding safety in South Sudan, these students are determined to keep learnin…Mostrar mais

Playgrounds should be filled with laughter, not the scars of war. This children’s park in Ukraine was damaged in a Russian airstrike. This shouldn’t become anyone’s new normal.

"Like 1.2 million living in these camps, I did not choose to be a refugee." Rohingya singer and student Rohel Khan makes a call from Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh: "Do not let us be forgotten in these camps." This year marks 9 years since the large-scale forced displacement of Rohing…Mostrar mais

9 years of lives on hold. 9 years of surviving in the camps. 9 years since the largest Rohingya refugee influx into Bangladesh. The world’s attention may have shifted, but the Rohingya refugees' need for safety and a life with dignity has not. We cannot look away.

The powerful earthquake in Colombia hit Afro-Colombian communities hard in Bajo Calima, Valle del Cauca. This community had already been impacted by armed conflict and forced displacement, and is now suffering a triple crisis as a result of the earthquake. The UNHCR Representat…Mostrar mais

More than blankets, tents and solar lamps. Here’s how your donation to UNHCR delivers not only physical aid, but protection.

No one should have to spend years separated from the people they love. For 75 years, the Refugee Convention has helped protect people forced to flee, making it possible for families to find safety and begin rebuilding their lives together.

From refugee camps in Bangladesh to higher education in the Philippines! New scholarships are giving Rohingya students the chance to pursue their education, follow their dreams and build brighter futures. Every refugee deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

Headlines might have moved on, but hundreds of thousands of families in Lebanon remain displaced due to ongoing Israeli attacks. Share this post. Don’t stay silent. Don’t forget about Lebanon.

They protect. They deliver. They stay. Even when it's dangerous. Humanitarian workers must be protected. #WorldHumanitarianDay

Colombia has been hit with a massive earthquake, leaving hundreds of people dead, thousands more injured and homes destroyed. Many who were affected have already been displaced by conflict. Help UNHCR deliver for as long as needed in each emergency: unh.cr/6724ad9f0

Refugees didn’t choose to flee their homes. They were forced to make that impossible decision to leave everything behind to find safety. But you can choose empathy and solidarity.

“For the love of humanity.” Iliya works in high-risk areas in Nigeria, helping displaced people stay safe and rebuild their lives, while facing risks of his own. This is a day in his life.

Humanitarians are risking their lives to reach people fleeing war, conflict and persecution. They stay and deliver protection, food, medical care, shelter, aid and hope. They are not a target. Civilians are not a target. They must be protected. #ActForHumanity

Humanitarians show up for people in some of their most difficult moments. Across conflicts and emergencies, they provide protection and life-saving assistance to people forced to flee. To humanitarians everywhere: thank you. #ActForHumanity

They served with heart. They gave everything. We remember them. #WorldHumanitarianDay

🚨 Lebanon UNHCR warns that the displacement and humanitarian crisis is far from over. More than 850,000 displaced return to areas of origin but crisis continues.

South Sudan needs support, now. For 240,000 of the most vulnerable refugees, food assistance will stop by the end of September if we don’t get additional funding. The consequences would be immediate and long-lasting, including heightened risks of malnutrition, and exploitation…Mostrar mais

Hundreds of thousands of families in Lebanon remain displaced due to ongoing Israeli attacks. UNHCR is there to help for as long as we’re needed. Don’t forget about Lebanon.

The real refugee crisis is the failure to make peace. Refugees flee war, conflict and persecution. End the wars that force people to run for their lives.

Flood season is closing in on South Sudan and thousands of refugees and forcibly displaced people are in its path. Your donation helps UNHCR get families sheltered and safe before the water rises. Donate today: unh.cr/65fd9de50

In Colombia, families who were already facing difficult circumstances have lost everything in a matter of seconds when a powerful earthquake hit. UNHCR is on the ground, helping displaced families access emergency assistance and protection. Your support helps us reach more peop…Mostrar mais

240,000 of the most vulnerable refugees in South Sudan could lose food assistance as soon as the end of September due to funding cuts. As millions across the country face severe hunger, refugees are being pushed to the brink. Urgent support is needed.

This is the smile of a proud mother. Kandava rebuilt her life in a refugee camp in Rwanda, where her daughter continued her education and earned a scholarship. She's now studying at the University of Oxford and showing the world how one opportunity can unlock an entire future.

Colombia has been hit by a major earthquake. Forcibly displaced families are among those affected. UNHCR is on the ground responding. Donate to help today: unh.cr/6724ad9f0