Åsa Tillberg Widell
@asawidell
National Director/generalsekreterare Sweden for UNHCR
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http://www.sverigeforunhcr.se 13-03-2009 15:25:44
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On 1 December, UNHCR Ukraine joined United Nations convoy with 4,500 essential items: blankets, sleeping bags & bed-linen sets to help 1,500 people in local communities of retaken areas in Chornobaivka & Bilozerka, Khersonska oblast.
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Over last week, UNHCR Ukraine took part in two inter-agency humanitarian convoys to #Kherson and #Zhelanne in #Donetska oblast to support people who suffer tremendously in areas along the front line. Among 12 900 items are heaters, mattresses, sleeping bags, blankets,hygiene kits
Today, the United Nations launches an appeal of $5.6 billion to help millions of Ukrainians whose lives have been shattered by war. The war is far from over. Continued international solidarity is essential to meet humanitarian needs. We are on the ground and will continue to support.
Yesterday, UNHCR Ukraine took part in the UN interagency convoy to the frontline town of Kurakhove in Donetsk Oblast to deliver life-saving aid to people living in the area under daily shelling. We brought emergency help including blankets, solar lamps & solid fuel heaters.
During 1 year of war, UNHCR Ukraine with 9 NGO partners delivered essential relief items to 𝟭,𝟵𝟭𝟴,𝟰𝟳𝟳 𝘄𝗮𝗿-𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲, including in hard-to-reach areas close to the frontline As the devastating war has entered a second year, solidarity must continue
The world cannot afford the high cost of inaction in Sudan. ~UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi outlines what measures must be taken to intensify the humanitarian response. #UNGA
The United Nations has stocks available of food, water, medical supplies & fuel in Egypt, Jordan, the West Bank & Israel. They can be dispatched within hours. To ensure delivery, our staff need to be able to bring these supplies into and throughout Gaza safely, and without impediment.
Amina, Helai and Arezo are just a few of nearly 100 visually impaired women who have gained new skills and confidence with the support of UNHCR Afghanistan.
After a two-day visit to Lebanon, Assistant High Commissioner RuvenMenik highlights the urgent need for support to refugees & Lebanese communities. She calls on the international community to step up assistance & find lasting solutions. Watch her message here👇