UNHCR Canada 🇨🇦 communications officer Levon Sevunts will present the UNHCR guide for ethical reporting on refugee issues at the annual CAJ conference, which will equip journalists with tools for accurate & ethical storytelling. Get your #CAJ24 tickets at: caj.ca/programs/confe…

The
climate
crisis
is
happening
now.

And it’s forcing people to flee their homes. #ClimateEmergency #ClimateActionNow

Calling all refugee-led organizations! 📢

We want to hear your forward-thinking ideas to bring lasting positive change ✨.

👉 Apply now to UNHCR’s Refugee-led Innovation Fund: bit.ly/3QkHRey

UNHCR Canada 🇨🇦's Ninette Kelley and Dr. James Milner of LERRN delved into historical roots & contemporary challenges of forced displacement in a panel titled 'People Forced to Flee.'
Event recording is now available! carleton.ca/lerrn/2024/peo…

More than 8.6 million people have been uprooted since the start of Sudan's civil war a year ago.

Canada's pledge will provide critical aid and protection for displaced people and refugees in #Sudan and neighbouring countries.

8.5 million people have been displaced since the start of Sudan's Civil War.

Filippo Grandi, the UN High Commissioner of Refugees, reflects on what one year of war has done to Sudan. 'Peace has to prevail,' Grandi says. ti.me/3W0ytlI

365 days of conflict.
365 days of violence and destruction.
365 days of people being forced to flee their homes.

Today marks 1️⃣ year since the conflict in Sudan began.

Learn about the dire situation in Sudan and what UNHCR is doing to support displaced families.

A year ago, millions of lives were turned upside down when conflict began in #Sudan .

At the #Sudan Conference,  Filippo Grandi  & others called for an urgent end to this crisis. Hoping the conference will bring more support to Sudanese & host countries.

⚠️ 1 year of war in #Sudan and still counting. ⚠️

We cannot allow this to become another forgotten emergency. The world must continue to #KeepEyesOnSudan .

April 15th, 2024 will mark one year since war broke out in #Sudan . Yet, thousands are still crossing borders daily.

UNHCR's teams and partners are on the ground saving lives daily, but more support is urgently needed. ⠀
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➡️ Learn more: bit.ly/4aCaL3S

Labour mobility = a win-win situation for refugees, employers, and host communities 💙.

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Global College welcomed UNHCR Canada 🇨🇦 Representative Rema Jamous Imseis and members of her team to our offices during their visit to Winnipeg last month.
Ms. Jamous and her team met with Dr. Shauna Labman, who shared her expertise and info about Global College's work and degree programs.

From the UNHCR family to yours 💙. #EidMubarak

Every refugee child has a dream ☁️. All they need is an opportunity.

For Abdirahman, that dream is to become a pro football player and take care of his family. ⚽

👉 Read more about his story here: bit.ly/3xsul3L

📌 Forced displacement disproportionately affects people with disabilities. They may face more stigma, violence, and physical barriers to access basic services.

We must build an environment that is more open, inclusive, and welcomes diversity!

On International #SportDay , join us to celebrate the power of sport to bring people together. 🏀⚽️⚾️

Find out how sport can help refugees feel welcome and adapt to a new country. #IDSDP 👇

⚠️ Beware of scammers ⚠️

Use caution when receiving messages that promise resettlement, visa help, or other assistance for money or other favours. UNHCR services are always free of charge.

Today is #RefugeeRightsDay !

April 4th marks the historic 1985 Singh decision by the Supreme Court, affirming the protection of refugee rights under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms 🇨🇦.

Let's continue to ensure that everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Thanks to Unifor and the #Unifor Social Justice Fund for your continued generosity towards UNHCR’s emergency work around the world! 🌍💙

🚫 No food.
🚫 No water.
🚫 No electricity.

The war in #Sudan is forcing millions of people to flee for their lives. UNHCR is on the ground, but more support is urgently needed.

💙 Donate today: bit.ly/3vsIP37