Dear Supporter, 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. You can also read about:
How you can support ordinary Ukrainiansenduring heavy fighting in the Kharkiv region The latest updates on forced displacement in UNHCR's 2023 Global Trends ReportRefugee-run cafes around Australia dishing up tastes from their homelands 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. We hope you enjoy your eNews. Warm regards, The Team at Australia for UNHCR
Help Ukrainians in their time of crisis 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.
Why is World Refugee Day important? 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.
A guide to refugee cafes across Australia 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.
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.
