United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) News Monitoring

Refugee Resettlement Program to Third Country Resumes After Nearly 10 Years of Suspension

Following an agreement between the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Royal Thai Government, the resettlement program is scheduled to commence. The program aims to resettle individuals currently residing in nine refugee camps …

The Other Americans: United States and Guatemala Agree to Centers for Migrants

The Guatemalan and United States governments have officially announced the formation of the first center in the region to reduce irregular migration through what the Biden Administration referred to as “legal pathways under the Los Angeles Declaration on …

Aboul Gheit meets UN High Commissioner for Refugees

Mon 29 May 2023 | 12:37 PM Secretary-General of the Arab League Ahmed Aboul Gheit, received today, Monday, Filippo Grandi, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. They addressed the latest developments regarding refugee issues in the Arab …

UNHCR survey: 56% of Syrian refugees in Lebanon, Iraq, Jordan & Egypt want to return to Syria

Angelina Jolie Biography: Age, Birthday, Early Life, Career, Net Worth, Facts

Angelina Jolie Biography: Born on June 4, 1975, Angelina Jolie Voight, best known as Angelina Jolie, is an American actress, filmmaker, and humanitarian. Jolie, a three-time Golden Globe Award winner, started her acting career at the age of six. Jolie has …

Sri Lanka: Refugees anguish as UNHCR office set to close

It has been over a decade since Fareedun Riffat fled her hometown Karachi, Pakistan, with her family. She arrived in Sri Lanka seeking asylum after her inter-caste marriage put the family at risk. Riffat's family received refugee status from the UN …

Regional Bureau for East and Horn of Africa, and the Great Lakes Region - Somalia situation | Population of concern to ...

3.70M PERSONS OF CONCERN As of April 2023, Somalia was host to 35,461 registered refugees and asylum seekers, mainly from Ethiopia and Yemen. Some 685,198 Somali refugees and asylumseekers are also hosted in the neighbouring countries and a further 2.97 …

UNHCR Egypt: Sudan Emergency Response Update, 1 June 2023

As of 30 May, over 170,000 people have entered Egypt from Sudan since 15 April, comprising 164,000 Sudanese individuals and 5,565 third-country nationals, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to UNHCR. The High Commissioner concluded a three-day …

CDEDI cautions against harassing refugees, asylum seekers…Tells Zikhale, President Chakwera to stop the exercise

By IOMMIE CHIWALO Some of the harassed refugees The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI), has urged government to stop victimising fellow Africans under the guise of implementing laws and regulations governing refugees and …

Urgent support needed for Chad, as arrivals from Sudan top 100,000: UNHCR

The number fleeing violence in Sudan since fighting between rival militaries began in mid-April in Khartoum, quickly destabilizing the entire country, has now topped 100,000. The majority of arrivals in eastern Chad – particularly Ouaddaï, Sila, and Wadi …

Urgent support needed for Chad, as arrivals from Sudan top 100,000: UNHCR

More than 100,000 flee to Chad from Sudan conflict, UNHCR says

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - More than 100,000 people have fled violence in Sudan to neighbouring Chad and the numbers could double in the next three months, the U.N. refugee agency said on Thursday. The near seven-week conflict has pushed Sudan into a …

Fiji shelters 40

An asylum seeker is an individual who has left their home country and seeks protection in another country due to a well-founded fear of persecution based on factors such as their race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular …

UNHCR Sudan: Situation Report #1 - 29 May 2023

Highlights ■ Clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have continued into the seventh week, despite multiple ceasefires including the most recent one which expired on 29 May. ■ The situation in the Darfur region …

IrisGuard and NassWallet Partner in Iraq to Help Unhcr Provide Eyepay Service Through Mobile Money Transfer for Refugees ...

Iris-enabled digital payment services expand in Iraq by integrating with NassWallet for secure and convenient usage by refugees IrisGuard and NassWallet announced a new partnership with the integration and deployment of the award-winning IrisGuard EyePay …

Egypt, Qatar to launch initiative supporting Sudanese people

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi made a phone call with the Emir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani on Friday. The call dealt with ways to support and develop bilateral relations between the two countries in various fields. The …

UNHCR Hails Egypt's Commitment to Providing Safe Haven to Sudanese refugees

Wed 31 May 2023 | 09:46 AM UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Filippo Grandi hailed Egypt’s long-standing commitment to delivering humanitarian aid and support to people forced to flee violence. In a statement on Tuesday, Grandi called for support …

Arab League, UNHCR discuss refugee issues in region

Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit discussed Monday with UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi the latest developments regarding refugee issues in Arab countries. Aboul Gheit listened to a presentation made by the UN Commissioner …

UNHCR appreciates Egypt’s commitment to offer sanctuary for those fleeing violence

UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi applauded Egypt’s long-standing commitment to provide sanctuary for those fleeing violence. He appealed for support for Egypt, which has recently received more than 170,000 refugees (out of a total of 345, …

Zirkova Vodka Announces Launch of Limited Edition ‘JUST BE YOU’ Bottle in Honour of Pride Month

Zirkova Vodka’s beautifully customized Pride-themed bottle will donate proceeds from every purchase to support KyivPride and Ukrainian LGBTQ+ activists. OAKVILLE, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 3, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Built in the DNA of the …

Vibha Partners with Gujarat Education Department to Improve Learning Levels of 15,000 Children from 199 Rural Schools

Vibha signs an MoU with Gujarat Education Department to improve foundational math for students in grades 4 through 8 from 3 rural districts of Gujarat. SUNNYVALE, CA, UNITED STATES, June 3, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vibha, a leading non-profit …

(Video) Iran’s Oppressive Chastity and Hijab Law Strips Women’s Rights

After eight months of deliberation, the Iranian Judiciary passed the bill on Chastity and Hijab law to Raisi’s government (on April 22, 2023. May 30, 2023). PARIS, FRANCE, June 3, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The NCRI Women’s Committee urges all …

‘Yes Repeat No’ at NYC Independent Film Festival

Israeli film pinpoints conflicting identities NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, June 3, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the 15th edition of the NYC Independent Film Festival in New York all eyes are on the Israeli film ‘YES REPEAT NO’ by Michael …

Indigenous Leader Honors Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard With a Special Award

The Otomitl people of Ixtenco, Mexico, present a ritual scepter—a symbol of temporal and religious leadership—to Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 3, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For thousands of …

The London Neurocognitive Clinic: Leading the way in supporting individuals with ASD

LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 3, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how individuals perceive and interact with the world around them. It is characterised by persistent …

AHMADZAI: Small Businesses Need Peace in Afghanistan, not more insecurity

Ahmadzai of Taleam has experience in Afghanistan who has been advocating for peace, but states there is ongoing war which hinders business relations. OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This news comes at a time when …

A year later, SPLC Advocacy Institute graduates pursue transformative change

As an alderwoman in a small town, Nicole Robinson spends most of her time working to improve neighborhood drainage, organize health fairs, advocate for improvements to public safety and ensure that the drinking water of Port Gibson, Mississippi, population …

Hold Referendum Among Tamils in Sri Lanka - Canada's Ontario Parliamentarian Hon. Logan Kanapathi at TGTE Parliament

This gathering served as a testament to the courage and resilience of the Tamil Diaspora NEW YORK CITY, UNITED STATES, June 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Canada's Ontario Parliamentarian Honorable Logan Kanapathi, attended Transnational …

Rubicon Landscape Partners with Richmond Works and City of Richmond for Job Training with the Beautify Richmond Program

Rubicon Landscape Group offers landscaping skills training and career opportunities to justice-impacted adults through the Beautify Richmond Program RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 1, 2023, …

Compass Group, Gold Star Family, and Purple Heart Homes Provide Transitional Housing for Homeless Veterans

Compass Group collaborates with Purple Heart Homes and Bill and Cole Masear to support veterans in need for the "Honor Sacrifice through Action" initiative. MOORESVILLE, NC, USA, June 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Purple Heart Homes, …

Banned Books Exposed: These Authors and Titles Are Sparking the Most Interest on Google Trends

Over the past 90 days, there has been an increase in searches for "banned books," "banned book list," and "list of banned books." ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, June 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Over the past …

Virginia Sheriff’s Office Breaks Stigma with Award-Winning Substance Abuse Recovery Program

The award from the National Association of Counties highlights the Fairfax County, VA Sheriff's STAR Program, which reunites families and reduces recidivism. FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA, USA, June 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Fairfax …

The IRGC Papers: NCRI Reveals Khamenei Enables Iran Armed Forces with Oil and Petrochemical Funds to Export Terrorism

The IRGC is at the center of sanctions evasion, selling billions of dollars of oil and petrochemical products. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On May 31, 2023, the U.S. Representative Office of the National …

Google search for ‘Chat GTP for Law’ rise by 351%

BIRMINGHAM, UNITED KINGDOM, June 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recent data analysis (supporting data shown in the image below) reveals a staggering increase of 351% in Google searches for 'Chat GPT for Law' over the past year, with 3.8K …

Transmedia 360 Launches Unique Art Exhibit To Celebrate Freedom During Juneteenth Weekend

Pan Africanist, crowned Queen From Los Angeles Uses Multimedia Arts to Address Cultural Trauma For Afro Descendants LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Queenmother Nina Womack, a Los Angeles-born actress/ …

First 5 California Launches Stronger Starts Campaign Raising Awareness of Toxic Stress Response in Young Children

Nearly two million children in California are affected by adverse childhood experiences SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, First 5 California announced the official launch of its Stronger Starts campaign at …

Mayor Breed’s budget worsens the unconstitutional conditions of San Francisco County Jails

Mayor Breed’s budget cuts another 3% off the Sheriff’s budget, while increasing the police budget by 9%. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mayor Breed’s budget – released yesterday –worsens the unconstitutional …

Imagine and Wonder publishers announce the release of Suzanne Preston Blier's new book, The Streets Of Newtowne

Uncover the Hidden Stories of Newtowne: A Journey through Cambridge's Rich History! Rediscovering the Past: Newtowne's Historical Significance IRVINGTON, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Uncover the Hidden …

FEEDING PETS OF THE HOMELESS RECEIVES $25,000 GRANT FROM DAV

In Support of the Veteran Pet Program CARSON CITY, NEVADA, USA, June 1, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Feeding Pets of the Homeless, a national animal welfare nonprofit based in Carson City, Nev., received a $25,000.00 grant from the Disabled …