This is personal. Over a year into the war in Sudan, we yearn for the days we can hope again. UNHCR’s Omer Elnaiem reports from his homeland, where the situation is heartbreaking. Millions of shattered lives. Destroyed homes and infrastructure. Hunger. Harrowing journeys to safety. Families torn apart. Countless human rights abuses. Enough. #KeepEyesOnSudan
About us
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is a global organisation dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for people forced to flee their homes because of conflict and persecution. We lead international action to protect refugees, forcibly displaced communities and stateless people. We deliver life-saving assistance, help safeguard fundamental human rights, and develop solutions that ensure people have a safe place called home where they can build a better future. We also work to ensure that stateless people are granted a nationality. We work in over 130 countries, using our expertise to protect and care for millions. UNHCR’s greatest asset is our workforce. We work with passionate, talented and creative individuals who want to use their skills for good. Thanks to people like you, we can develop solutions that enable people who have been forced to flee to restart their lives and build better futures. Current Opportunities http://www.unhcr.org/careers.html Meet UNHCR Staff https://bit.ly/2EMZrlO ⚠️ Important notice: Our protection work extends to online spaces, which means we may hide/delete comments with hate/spam/profanity/misinfo/disinfo.
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http://www.unhcr.org
External link for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Geneva
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Specialties
- Refugee Protection, Humanitarians Assistance, Emergency Response, and Human Rights
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Primary
Get directions
94, rue de Montbrillant
Geneva, 1202, CH
Employees at UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency
Updates
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A new photo exhibition in Paris, on show throughout the #Paris2024 Olympic Games, captures the power of sport for refugees and displaced people. The photos show how sport can transform the lives of the forcibly displaced – whether as a vehicle for building lasting friendships, changing negative attitudes, enhancing social cohesion or taking the best and most talented all the way to the Olympic Games. Here are some of the inspiring images from the exhibition: https://bit.ly/460wctA
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Refugees bring many skills to the table. Through labour mobility programmes, they can use their skills and safely move to a new country to build a sustainable future for themselves and their families. #YouthSkillsDay
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How can we support refugees to rebuild their lives?✨ In this week’s #StaffSpotlight, Ruth Seifu, Head of Field Unit for UNHCR in Ethiopia, shares how in the Aysaita refugee camp in the Afar region refugees and host communities are working together to create sustainable solutions and improve the quality of life for all. #HumanitariansAtWork
At Afar Aysiata Refugee Camp, we are witnessing a significant transition from in-camp to out-of-camp structures, fostering greater integration and independence for the refugee community. In line with Ethiopia’s 2024 pledge, we are committed to enhancing protection, education, and livelihoods for refugees and host communities. This pledge underscores our dedication to creating sustainable solutions and improving the quality of life for all. A notable example is the fish farming initiative at Awash River, where refugees and host communities work together to cultivate fish as a means of livelihood. This collaboration not only provides a sustainable source of income but also strengthens community bonds and promotes environmental stewardship. Let’s continue to support and empower refugees as they rebuild their lives and contribute to our global society. #RefugeeSupport #AfarAysiata #CommunityIntegration #EthiopiaPledge2024
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Even when they have all it takes, refugee youth have limited opportunities. Access to job and education opportunities globally can help them build a better future for themselves. #YouthSkillsDay
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Resettlement offers hope and a durable solution for people #ForcedToFlee. With global resettlement needs on the rise, more resettlement places are urgently needed. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3Wkcbez
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Sport can change lives. As we approach #Paris2024 Olympics, check out some photos that show how sport gives hope to refugees and forcibly displaced people around the world. Find out more in our photo exhibit with Olympic Refuge Foundation: https://bit.ly/460wctA #CheerForRefugees
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Resettlement is a lifeline for many refugees and their families. With resettlement needs expected to spike to almost 3 million in 2025, more resettlement places are urgently needed. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Wkcbez
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What is the challenge with humanitarian funding – is it really a lack of funds or something deeper?💭 In today’s #StaffSpotlight, Annika Sandlund, Representative for the Nordic and Baltic Countries at UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, explores systemic issues preventing millions of people from achieving self-sufficiency and highlights the urgent need for change. #HumanitariansAtWork
The gap between needs and available funding is increasing - yet again. So far this year, less than a quarter of the money needed for humanitarian action has been made available. Why are the needs forever growing and what can we do to reduce the gap? #HumanitariansAtWork