This February marks one year since powerful earthquakes struck areas of Türkiye and Syria, killing more than 50,000 people and displacing millions. Generous supporters like you helped UNHCR mobilise quickly and provide emergency supplies in both countries. Learn more about the ongoing impact of this disaster. This month, we shed light on three humanitarian crises that the world has stopped watching. Silent emergencies are unfolding in Sudan, Yemen and Bangladesh. Refugees trapped in these situations have been enduring incredible hardship for months or even years, relying on agencies like UNHCR to survive. Read more about how you can help. Two years on from Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, many families are still in urgent need of assistance. With your support, UNHCR is providing vulnerable Ukrainians with emergency supplies, housing repairs and mental health services. Find out how your gift is helping displaced families rebuild their lives. We’re pleased to share the story of Noor Kabir, the world’s first Rohingya bodybuilding champion. Noor survived a dangerous journey to Australia to seek safety. Inspired by the film Rocky, he is now pursuing his dreams. Watch his uplifting story here. Before heading into the rest of the year, we share with you some of our top photos from 2023.From the Women’s World Cup in Australia to the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria, these photos help to connect us with refugees and tell powerful stories.
Three silent emergencies you need to know about While some humanitarian crises remain in the headlines, others are pushed aside to make way for the next disaster. Right now, silent emergencies are unfolding in Sudan, Yemen and Bangladesh, leaving refugees at risk of missing out on life-saving aid.
Two years on: Ukrainian families still need urgent assistance This February marks two years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. With your help, UNHCR has remained on the frontlines delivering life-saving aid to Ukrainians. But more support is needed.
Rohingya refugee turns bodybuilding dream into reality Growing up in a refugee camp in Bangladesh, Noor Kabir was inspired by the movie Rocky. Now, Noor is the world’s first Rohingya bodybuilding champion, encouraging others to pursue their dreams.
Top photos from 2023 Images are a powerful way of telling stories from around the world. Here are some of the photos you connected with in 2023 and the amazing stories behind them.
Do you know a former refugee who deserves recognition? The Australia for UNHCR – SBS Les Murray Award for Refugee Recognition offers a $10,000 prize to a former refugee who is shining a light on the situation of forcibly displaced people. Nominations close 29 February.
