They are the cornerstone of refugee protection and the key legal documents that form the basis of UNHCR’s work. The 1951 Convention provides the internationally recognized definition of a refugee and ...

Yet, when it comes to hosting refugees, the weight is not equally shared. UNHCR assesses the responsibility for hosting refugees, people in refugee-like situations and other people in need of ...

Refugees need our solidarity now more than ever. Solidarity means keeping our doors open, celebrating their strengths and achievements, and reflecting on the challenges they face. Solidarity with ...