“Storytelling is powerful – stories create change”
“Storytelling is powerful – stories create change” Dr Lina Fadel, a Syrian–British woman, mother and academic, sheds light on the stereotypes facing refugees and how we can all help address and combat these. 15.03.23 More stories My journey in the UK started 17 years...
Women of Ukraine: stories of resilience, courage and connection
Women of Ukraine: stories of resilience, courage and connection In honour of this year’s International Women’s Day, we’re spotlighting some of the incredible women we met who fled Ukraine and are rebuilding their lives in Romania. 07.03.23 More stories © UK for...
In Romania, Ukraine’s refugees build new lives while longing for home
In Romania, Ukraine’s refugees build new lives while longing for home When war broke out in Ukraine, Ekaterina and her young son fled to Romania. Moved by the public support they received, and supported by UNHCR, she is rebuilding her life and making new friendships....
‘I hope that I’m able to inspire other refugees from Kakuma to follow their dreams.’
‘I hope that I’m able to inspire other refugees from Kakuma to follow their dreams.’ From a refugee camp to the runway: South Sudanese model Gai Manyok on paving the way for other refugee models. 25.01.23 More stories Gai Manyok (left) alongside his grandmother in...
Syrian brothers in Lebanon are a team on the football field and at home
Syrian brothers in Lebanon are a team on the football field and at home Four young Syrian refugees in Lebanon work as a team to care for their brother with epilepsy, and dream of playing professional football to get him the medical treatment he needs. 15.12.22 More...
My Cold Truth: Hamza
My Cold Truth: Hamza Growing up in Idlib, Syria, I was one of the top students in my year and loved playing with my friends at school. But my life changed forever when I was 12 years old – when war broke out across the country. 09.12.22 More stories My two...
16 Days of Activism Heroes
16 Days of Activism Heroes During these 16 Days of Activism, we’re highlighting five people who both support and protect people impacted by gender-based violence. 02.12.22 More stories © UNHCR/Omar Ganchala Around the world, millions of people are victims of...
Afghan refugee removes obstacles barring kids with disabilities from school
Afghan refugee removes obstacles barring kids with disabilities from school In Pakistan, Jamil provides wheelchairs to get refugees with disabilities into the classroom and give them a shot at a future. 30.11.22 More stories © UNHCR/Saiyna Bashir A second-generation...
