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Escalating violence in Yemen has forced tens of thousands of families from their homes, and thousands more have crossed the sea to Djibouti. UNHCR teams are responding in both countries, but urgent support is needed.
Devastating earthquakes have struck Colombia. UNHCR teams are in Colombia and ready to act, but urgent support is needed to help replenish emergency stocks and scale up assistance as needs emerge.
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Immediate help is needed to provide shelter, safety, and protection for families affected by the earthquake.
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A deadly Ebola outbreak is threatening millions of displaced families. UNHCR provides lifesaving health care, hygiene supplies and prevention services to stop the spread.
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Conflict has forced millions to flee. UNHCR provides shelter, protection, and hope.
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Escalating violence has forced tens of thousands of families from their homes. UNHCR teams are responding, but urgent support is needed.
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Millions of people have been forced to flee their homes. UNHCR is on the ground providing lifesaving aid.
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UNHCR provides essential services to refugees in 135 countries.
114 million men, women and children displaced by violence, conflict and persecution.
When Abdullah Sarwari was 16 years old, he believed his education had come to an end. His family had fled to Indonesia after years of displacement, joining thousands of refugees waiting for safety and a chance to rebuild their lives.
Ahead of the FIFA 2026 World Cup, UNHCR is announcing a symbolic team of global football players with a refugee or displacement background. This Gamechanging Team embodies hope, courage, resilience and the power of what is possible.
Thanks to support from donors such as the Government of Canada, Lucía was able to rebuild her life far from threats and now contributes to the community that welcomed her.
