Welcome to the June edition of eNews from Australia for UNHCR.
Today we celebrate World Refugee Day (WRD). Held annually on 20 June, WRD highlights the struggles and resilience of displaced people and mobilises global support. Find out why WRD is more important than ever.
What inspires former refugee Monika Kollaras to help Syrian refugee women.
To celebrate WRD, we’re excited to launch our refugee cookbook, Flavours of Hope. The book features 20 delicious recipes handpicked by current or former refugees to share a taste of their culture, from Ukraine to Sierra Leone. Australia for UNHCR Ambassador and founder of Boost Juice, Janine Allis, is making a donation each time the book is downloaded. You can download your free copy here.
In addition, SBS TV’s The Cook Up with Adam Liawis featuring Australia for UNHCR Ambassadors and supporters all week, including Zaheda Ghani, Yarrie Bangura, Danijel Malbasa, Anyier Yuol, Asif Sultani and Akec Makur Chuot. Screening live at 7pm on SBS, and available on demand.
With violence escalating in the Kharkiv region, you can send critical aid to displaced families. Here are three stories showing the difference you can make.
Every year on 20 June, the world celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee conflict and persecution. Learn more about how this global day honours the resilience and contributions of refugees.
Cafes and restaurants run by refugees are more than just places to eat — they are community hubs that offer cultural dining experiences and support for those who need it most.
Leading Women Fund supporter and former refugee Monika Kollaras tells us her story and explains why she is passionate about helping others forced to flee.
Are you interested in fundraising for us and supporting refugees and displaced people around the world? Challenge yourself and sign up to The World's Largest Fun Run, City2Surf, in August as part of Team UNHCR.
