Official account of UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, in Asia and the Pacific. Follow us for stories of hope & resilience of displaced people from the region.
“We spent 45 days on the boat. It was a difficult situation for me because I was pregnant. The whole time while on the boat, I kept praying."
Insecurity and restrictions in camps are driving Rohingya refugees like Jannatara on boats in search of safety.
Displaced widow, Fatima started a tailoring business from home in Zaranj, Nimroz, helping her to support her family, after receiving a UNHCR cash grant, supported by
@UN_STFA
.
"I bought a tailoring machine, fabric & sewing materials. The assistance enabled me to start this biz."
UNHCR welcomes the extension of the Proof of Registration cards for
#AfghanRefugees
in Pakistan.
We look forward to continuing to work together with the Government in search of sustainable, longer term solutions for Afghans, as well as driving support to host communities.
Away from headlines, the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan remains dire. Restrictions on women + girls have made them vulnerable + in need of assistance.
The Refugee Response Plan for the Afghan situation focuses on access to education + livelihoods
The Chef de Mission for the IOC
@RefugeesOlympic
Team at
#Paris2024
is Masomah Ali Zada, who competed for the Refugee Olympic Team at Tokyo 2020, and is now a member of the Athletes’ Commission of the IOC.
Hidden in the shadows of other global crises, the humanitarian situation in Myanmar continues to worsen.
Increasing conflict, harsh living conditions and limited access to assistance have added to challenges.
UNHCR + partners remain committed to helping those forced to flee.
✅ Community engagement
✅ Communication
✅ Consultation
are vital to guide the
#Rohingya
refugee response.
As central figures in their communities, religious leaders play a key role in our efforts to include the lived experiences of refugees in our work.
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These Rohingya refugees make a difference for their community by telling their stories to the world.
Nearly 75 per cent of Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh are women +girls. They face additional challenges +risks to their wellbeing. UNHCR + partners are working in Bangladesh to ensure they receive the protection they need.
#RohingyaResponse2024
Increasing insecurity and restrictions in refugee camps in Bangladesh are driving growing numbers of stateless Rohingya refugees to board smugglers’ boats.
In search of safety and freedom, they risk their lives on dangerous sea routes to Indonesia.
The economic, humanitarian + human rights conditions for Afghan women and girls continue to remain precarious. They need additional support + assistance. The Refugee Response Plan for the Afghan situation focuses on their access to education + livelihoods
“We spent 45 days on the boat. It was a difficult situation for me because I was pregnant. The whole time while on the boat, I kept praying."
Insecurity and restrictions in camps are driving Rohingya refugees like Jannatara on boats in search of safety.
Amidst challenging times, important discussions this week with UNHCR Representatives from across Asia and the Pacific on how we can strengthen the protection of refugees and mobilise resources for this work in the region.