"Don't merely acknowledge our pain; act upon it. Use your voice to advocate for peace and improved living conditions for refugees in camps and urban settings around the world..." -Refugee leader Dauda Sesay unhcr.org/news/stories/r…

Everyone deserves to feel safe and included in their community! This #WorldRefugeeDay, I am joining USA for UNHCR in celebrating strong, resilient refugees, who have overcome great obstacles and found safety in new homes and new communities.

This #WorldRefugeeDay, meet Methusella! He's a former refugee from the DRC who discovered new hope and opportunities after being resettled in Denver, CO. Learn about his extraordinary journey, the inclusive community he found in Denver and how he's giving back in a big way.

"My story should not be extraordinary... all refugee families deserve peace, dignity and a future." Meet Methusella, a refugee from the DRC whose story showcases how an inclusive community, with opportunities to learn, can change a life. #WorldRefugeeDay unrefugees.org/news/6/buildin…

"Their situation is complex, but I can see the ways the UNHCR makes a difference in the lives of people like them." - UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency supporter Helena Christensen

🚨ATTN: Nominations for the 2023 #DeweyRefugeeAward are now open! Don't miss this opportunity to nominate an extraordinary leader for their inspiring work uplifting, advocating for and supporting refugees! Submit your nomination today: form.typeform.com/to/ruIj6Acw?ty…

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"My view as an advocate is to assume the best in everybody and you’ll be surprised by the common ground you can find... refugees are people just like me and you and they are resilient, strong and have hopes and dreams of their own." 💫

“All the stress that I held on to...I just left it behind those big doors in the hallway. And after that, I was like, ‘Yes. This is where I belong.’” See how GlobalVillageProject is creating a welcoming community in Georgia where refugee girls feel at home. unrefugees.org/news/a-middle-…

In Afghanistan, Ukraine and beyond, refugee children are struggling to survive during the freezing winter season. Join us on #GivingTuesday in helping provide them with lifesaving aid, like heaters, blankets, warm jackets and more. 📸: © UNHCR/Oxygen Empire Media Production

Today is #GivingTuesday and I’m thinking about refugee families around the world who are preparing for harsh winter weather away from home. Please support USA for UNHCR in providing lifesaving aid and winter survival kits. bit.ly/RefugeesGT2023

Column from Amy E. Pope and Filippo Grandi: Around the world, states are failing global migrants and refugees. We need to rethink our approach away from deterrence time.com/6344740/global…

In a new piece for Devex, Suzanne Ehlers, Exec Director & CEO of USA for UNHCR, reflects on her time at the Global #RefugeeForum — underscoring the importance of refugee inclusion and emphasizing the need for accountability, innovation and integration. devex.com/news/sponsored…

From UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency High Commissioner Filippo Grandi: "...humanitarian aid should not be hostage of politics.” apnews.com/article/ukrain…

From devastating wildfires to violent conflicts, displaced communities around the world faced incredible challenges this month. Here are 3️⃣ major emergencies that happened in January 2024! Want to help? ❤️ & 🔁 this post to raise awareness about these urgent crises!

Who decides who lives or dies? Stop what you’re doing and watch this stunning poem from Sudanese American World Champion Poet and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Emi Mahmoud. It’s her deeply personal response to the ongoing conflict Sudan.

Are you a resettled refugee with an inspiring journey to share, or an ally dedicated to uplifting refugees? We want to hear from you! Submit your story to USA for UNHCR's 2024 Storyteller Celebration to help make your voice heard! usaforunhcr.typeform.com/storytellers24…

Why is standing #WithRefugees critical? Hear from UNHCR High Commissioner Filippo Grandi as he shares about his recent trip to Ukraine, the need to continue supporting those displaced by the Russian invasion and the importance of humanitarian aid.

13 long years of conflict & suffering in #Syria & it is still one of the largest refugee crises in the 🌍. The earthquakes last year in 🇸🇾 & Türkiye feel like they were yesterday - so much loss of life & livelihoods. Donate and help save lives. #Syria13 unh.cr/65eb1bb40

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: The Famine Review Committee has declared a famine in Sudan after more than 15 months of violence in the country. Get the full update at: unrefugees.org/news/unhcr-urg…