As instability and violence in South Sudan continue, those who have fled urgently need protection, shelter and medical care. UNHCR is striving to restore hope to thousands who have been uprooted.

When people are forced to flee, UNHCR is there. We ensure they can reach safety and ensure they can access to shelter, clean water and medical care.

Millions of Afghan refugees have been forced to flee their homes in the last 40 years. New violence has prompted more internal displacement and a humanitarian crisis.

Refugees are in extremely vulnerable circumstances, lacking the protection of their own countries and facing immense challenges to their safety and well-being. The 1951 Refugee Convention, ...

I hope all our donors will continue to enable the response to these humanitarian needs." The massive escalation in the Russian war against Ukraine since February 2022 has caused unprecedented civilian ...

Millions of people around the world are denied the right to a nationality, leaving them stateless. As a result, they may be unable to access other basic rights and services, such as being able to go ...

UNHCR helps refugees and forcibly displaced people access education and work. We also work to find long-term solutions so they can find a place to call home.

The High Commissioner is responsible for the direction and control of UNHCR. He or she directs our work with the assistance of a Deputy High Commissioner and Assistant High Commissioners for ...

Aid agencies make a big impact when working together. At UNHCR, we coordinate quick, effective responses in emergencies.

UNHCR is currently responding to emergencies in multiple countries, working to keep refugees safe while they are displaced from their homes.

Learn more about how to join UNHCR as a staff member, or do business with us as a supplier. Together we can make a difference for people forced to flee.

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, protects people forced to flee because of conflict and persecution. We save lives, protect rights and help build better futures.