John, help us bring light to overshadowed crises

Girl smiling to the camera. In Algeria, UNHCR distribution of winter clothes donated by UNIQLO

Dear John,

In a world where not every crisis makes the headlines, people forced to flee their homes endure in silence.

Among the 114 million displaced globally, a staggering new record, many stories remain unheard. But our teams on the ground are committed to putting them in the spotlight – like the thousands of families in the Horn of Africa escaping severe floods after battling relentless drought, or the brave volunteer doctors in Sudan, striving to heal their own amid armed conflict, or the talented Rohingya photographers telling the stories of a stateless minority from the world’s largest refugee settlement.

Each individual story is just one piece of the global displacement crisis. In 2023, we saw the highest number of emergencies in years.

Despite this our emergency responses in critically hit countries were severely underfunded in 2023. This underfunding means that countless refugees and displaced families were not able to access the basic support and protection they deserve.

At UNHCR, we stand by them — but we need your help.

Donate Now

Due to conflict in Sudan, more than 7 million were forcibly displaced within the country and across borders. Yet our emergency response was only 36 percent funded in 2023. Help us reach more families in Sudan and upgrade transit facilities in neighboring countries to receive new arrivals.

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the resurgence of violence is risking the lives of over 6 million displaced, but our response only received 41 per cent of funding needed. We can build more shelters and relocate vulnerable individuals to safer areas.

Nearly 1 million Rohingya refugees live in Bangladesh in a crisis that has lasted years. Yet our work was just 53 per cent funded last year. Your support can provide shelter to Rohingya that have fled violence in Myanmar.

With over 12 million Syrians forcibly displaced in the region every contribution makes a difference. But the Syria situation only received 36 percent of needed funds in 2023. Stand by them in helping us provide protection aid and essential relief.

While these crises might fade from the headlines and the big screen, our commitment, like yours, remains unwavering. We are dedicated to staying and continuing our support. Thanks for being an integral part of this journey!

With heartfelt gratitude,

Monia Hassan
International Supporter Care
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency

P.S. Please do not hesitate to contact us by replying to this email. We want to ensure that your experience with us as a valuable supporter is not only impactful but also pleasant and convenient.

Donate now

Stay connected

This email was sent by: UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR)
CH-1211 Genève 2 Dépôt Geneva, Case Postale, 2500, Switzerland

Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Privacy Policy | View this email in your browser