2017 AutumnVol. 26

The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is a United Nations Organizationwith a mandate to protect refugees and seek durable solutions.

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Naveed HussainUNHCR KoreaSeptember 2017Private Sector Partnership (PSP) Team UNHCR KoreaSlowalk

Since 2013, Martin, a refugee from Central African Republic has been living in Mole Refugee Camp, located in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with his wife, Juliet and four children. The family’s shelter may be small, but it’s a warm home for everyone. © UNHCR/Sebastian Rich

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A laurel wreath symbolizes UNHCR is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly

The person symbolizes persons of concern to UNHCR

Sheltering hands symbolizes UNHCR’s commitment and efforts to protect refugees and persons of concern.

UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees)

UNHCR International ─ Shelter CampaignShelter Campaign Introduction 04Story of South Sudanese Refugee Opani 06Shelter Campaign with G-Dragon 10

Interview With YouUNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Series ③:Khaled Hosseini 11

UNHCR KoreaUNHCR News + Donor News 12

Learning about RefugeesRohingya Emergency 14

Refugee Protection CampaignWorld Humanitarian Day Campaign 03

World Humanitarian Day Campaign

“I once lived a life of refugee, and now I work for UNHCR.Being a refugee does not mean life is over.

Refugees need hope and support for a new start.”

- David, Education Officer, South Sudan -

“As UNHCR staff, it’s wonderful and rewarding to see the changes in the lives of refugees who once lost hope. Especially, I feel motivated working with refugee women who try to provide a better environment for their children with education and security.”

- Grace, Field Officer, Uganda -With UNHCRSpot the Difference 16

Thank YouDonation Agreement Form 15

WatchWorld Humanitarian Day

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World Humanitarian Day is observed every year on August 19 to pay tribute to aid workers who risk their lives in humanitarian service, and to rally support for people affected by crises around the world. In 2003, a bomb attack near the UN office in Baghdad killed 22 humanitarian aid workers, including the UN Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, Sergio Vieira De Mello. Since that day and from 2008, to remember and respect the sacrifices and hardships endured by the humanitarians, we celebrate World Humanitarian Day.

Today, there are 65.6 million refugees in the world, including those who are displaced from conflict, violence and persecution. To protect them, 10,966 UNHCR staff are at work in 130 countries, including more than 9,540 in the field.

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GLOBAL SHELTER CAMPAIGN

The Shelter Campaign is a three-year campaign run by UNHCR from 2016 to 2018. It is a global fundraising campaign aimed to provide a safe living environment for 2 million refugees around the world.

Shelter Campaign 2016 Highlights

Why Need Shelter?

Installed semi-permanent housing for

46,863 people in Tanzania and Rwanda

Within a year since the launch of the campaign,

raised more than US$ 10 million

Provided temporary housing to

1,504 people in Mexico

Through cash grant, provided basic necessities and

temporary housing to 136,240 people in Jordan

Deployed and installed

10,510 tents for families in Tanzania

A space to heal physical and mental wound and to be protected from the elements such as

wind, rain and cold temperatures.

Since the launch of the campaign in May last year, we have been able to provide safe shelters to refugees in countries like Tanzania, Iraq, Jordan and Lebanon.

A space where an independent life can be ensured and external threats and risks to safety

reduced.

A space where family can eat and live as a family and children can study.

Repaired group housing facility for

9,000 people in Iraq

Provided apartment rental and

protection to 11,878 peoplein vulnerable situations including unaccompanied minors

Delivered shelter kits to

146,740 people in Lebanon

“The shelter is a cornerstone for refugees to survive and rebuild their lives.Also, it’s a non-negotiable human rights.

Today, with the largest number of refugees since World War II,even one refugee should not be excluded from accessing shelter.”

- UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi -

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Shelter campaign is giving her hope back

Story of South Sudanese refugee OpaniSouth Sudan is located in one of the key emergency relief regions in the world. Here is the story of refugees from South Sudan who are in an urgent need of shelter. Learn more about UNHCR’s shelter campaign and the changes it has brought to the lives of refugees.

The Journey Began: An Escape from Death A twenty-eight year-old Opani was a customs officer in her hometown, South Morobo. She had a simple but happy life with her young daughter, Brenda. However, one day, the conflict reached her town, and she and her daughter escaped to her grandfather’s village.

“They move from home to home.If they find you, they will kill you.They slaughter you, it’s not even killing - slaughtering.They slaughter human beings like an animal,like a cow. That’s why I decide…enough is enough.Otherwise I’ll lose my life if I continue staying here.”

On the Road Again

So Opani had to flee for the second time. She was already robbed of her cattle and left most of her things behind. Opani left for the Democratic Republic of Congo, carrying a small bag of clothes on her head. Opani and her daughter had to endure a long journey without water or food, and it was not easy to sleep outside. At night, they took up a spot under the tree, but could not sleep well because they were afraid of being attacked by a snake or other animals. However, despite the difficulties, Opani did not lose hope that she would soon find safety.

“If we could be safe, hunger was not a problem.I was tired because I had to keep walking without eating ordrinking for a long time, but I did not give up on searchingfor safety. I could not die because of my child.”

Finding Safety and Protectionat the Ugandan Border

Opani and her daughter walked for a week to reach the Ugandan border. When they were met by the UNHCR staff, they felt relieved.

“I thought ‘we are safe now.’I’m proud to have survived thislong journey. When I arrived at the borderI got water and some biscuits.That was the first meal I had in a few days.”

Opani was taken to a refugee registration center where she received water, sleeping mats and blankets, and she spent the first night at a communal shelter.

After arriving at the village, Opani and her daughter hid in her grandfather’s house for a while. However, the area became unsafe and soon their life was in danger. It seemed impossible to flee with grandfather, and Opani had no choice but to say goodbye to him. Her grandfather comforted Opani and urged them to leave as soon as possible.

“I’m old and not afraid of being killed.Leave with your daughter and find a way to survive.”

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Opani's fleeing path South SudanCountry: A new nation, declared independence from Sudan in 2011.

Refugees: 2 million refugees have fled home due to civil war and violence since December 2013

Neighboring countries: One of the world’s least-developed countries, Uganda has accommodated 1 million South Sudanese refugees, and most of them are women and children.

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UNHCR purchases more than 70,000 tents and 2 million tarpaulins every year. We carry out the Shelter Campaign in three steps. Beginning with early stages of emergency relief until finding durable solutions, UNHCR provides the most ideal form of shelter solution for the environment the refugee family is living in. We are helping refugees to live in safety.

UNHCR Shelter Campaign

Right now, many people who used to live a normal life like Opani are escaping from conflict, violence and persecution. Those who escaped danger and had to flee with nothing need help in all areas of life, including housing, water, sanitation, food and medical care. During the long journey, refugees need a place where they can lie down, protected from rain and cold weather, and also a safe shelter where they can rebuild their life and live in stability.

How Opani and her daughter would be doing a year from now? Join UNHCR’s shelter campaign now so that Opani and her daughter can live, dream, and hope in a safe, long-term living space.

Receive refugees and provide shelter

We promptly provide large emergency tents and communal living space for refugees arriving at the border as an emergency aid, as they have become mentally and physically vulnerable after fleeing their homes.

Provide individual temporary shelter and emergency relief items

To encourage refugees and families to stay in a safer and separate living place, each region’s environment, geography, climate, and culture are considered to provide temporary shelter, shelter kit and emergency relief items.

Search for long-term housing

On average, a refugee spends 17 years of his or her life in exile. By working with local governments and partners, UNHCR searches and offers a safe long-term housing solution for refugees.

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"Right now, where I can sleep is my first priority.Second–food. The next is medicine for children.Above all, we need peace. Nothing else.First, we have to be in peace andthe rest will come naturally."

Dreaming the future underthe roof of hope

Two days after arriving at Bidibidi refugee camp, Opani received a UNHCR Emergency Shelter Kit*. With Brenda and few of her personal belongings, she made to the plot of land inside the camp that was given to her. Using the shelter kit, Opani built a temporary shelter to stay with her daughter. Even though it looks small and humble, Opani and her daughter are able to live in safety and a space of their own.

*UNHCR Emergency Shelter KitIt includes a machete and a sickle to chop wood and clear land, a mosquito net, a box that contains kitchen utensils, blankets, tarpaulin, wood that can be used to build a roof and pillars, a solar lantern, jerry cans, and soap.

Opani and her daughter resting inside the shelter she made using the UNHCR Emergency Shelter Kit.© UNHCR/David Azia

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“I want all of us to livein a peaceful world.My heart hurtswhen I see children fleeing civil war and violence.”

- G-Dragon -

G-Dragon, performer and artist on the world stageA gifted musician and a fashion icon, G-Dragon has been performing for countless Korean and international fans around the world. This June, he released a solo album titled “Kwon Ji-young” and is busy performing in 19 cities worldwide. Despite the busy schedule, there’s a special day that G-Dragon he celebrates every year – his birthday on August 18th.

Donation angel G-Dragon, holds refugee’s handG-Dragon is well known for making charitable contributions on his birthday to organizations that help the disabled, sick children and those in need. On his social media, he has also encouraged his fans to join him in and make a donation.

“I sincerely wishthey can be provided with temporary shelter where they can stay safe. I want to do what I can to help build a placefor refugees to rest.”

- G-Dragon -

Who is a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador?

Together with the UNHCR High Commissioner, the UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador (GWA) fulfills the role of representing UNHCR officially as an “ambassador.” These ambassadors, using their fame and influence, encourage more people to become interested in UNHCR’s work and global refugee issues. Including Special Envoy Angelina Jolie, there are a total of 16 Goodwill Ambassadors worldwide. In the fall edition of With You, we share with you the third story in the Goodwill Ambassador series, that of Khaled Hosseini, who is a well-known author of The Kite Runner.

Hosseini also lived a life of refugeeKhaled Hosseini is a native of Kabul, Afghanistan, and experienced the life of a refugee. He spent his teenage years in Paris, France, following his father who was a diplomat, who fled the country after an invasion from the Soviet Union. The Hosseini family then settled in the United States to escape conflict and violence in their homeland. Khaled Hosseini has been a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador since 2006, and visited many refugee camps including those in Afghanistan, Chad, Iraq, Jordan, Uganda. He has participated in a number of refugee protection campaigns.

Meeting a South Sudanese refugee in UgandaIn April, Khaled Hosseini went to a refugee camp in Uganda to help out with one of the most serious emergency relief operations for the South Sudanese. Endless conflicts, violence, and drought resulted in more than two million refugees, and the neighboring Uganda is currently providing protection to more than a million South Sudanese people. Mr. Hosseini is leading the shelter campaign so that refugees in Uganda can receive protection and continue with their lives.

‘Sea Prayer’ for marine refugees In early September, to commemorate the second anniversary of the death of the Syrian refugee boy, Alan Kurdi, and to remember all the refugees who escape from conflict, violence, and persecution, Mr. Hosseini wrote

“Sea Prayer.” This is written in the form of a monologue, delivered by a Syrian father to the son lying asleep in his lap, on the eve of their sea crossing to Europe.

‘Sea Prayer’ by Khaled Hosseini

My dear MarwanIn the long summers of childhood, when I was a boy the ageyou are now, your uncles and I spread our mattress on the roof ofyour grandfather’s farmhouse, outside of Homs.We woke in the mornings to the stirring of olive trees in the breeze, to the bleating of your grandmother’s goat, the clanking of her cooking pots, the air cool and the sun a pale rim of persimmon to the east.We took you there when you were a toddler. I have a sharply etched memory of your mother from that trip, showing you a herd of cows grazing in a field blown through with wild flowers. I wish you hadn’t been so young.You wouldn’t have forgotten the farmhouse, the soot of its stone walls, the creek where your uncles and I built a thousand boyhood dams.I wish you remembered Homs as I do, Marwan.In its bustling Old City, a mosque for us Muslims, a church for our Christian neighbors, and a grand Souk for us all to haggle over gold pendants and fresh produce and bridal dresses. I wish you remembered the crowded lanes smelling of fried Kibbeh and the evening walks we took with your mother around Clock Tower Square.But that life, that time, seems like a sham now, even to me, like some long dissolved rumor. First came the protests. Then the siege. The skies spitting bombs. Starvation. Burials.These are the things you know. You know a bomb crater can be made into a swimming hole. You have learned dark blood is better news than bright. You have learned that mothers and sisters and classmates can be found, in little triangular patches of sunlit skin, shining in the dark, through narrow gaps in concrete and bricks and exposed beams.Your mother is here tonight, Marwan, with us, on this cold and moonlit beach, among the crying babies and the women worrying in tongues we don’t speak. Afghans and Somalis and Iraqis and Eritreans and Syrians. All of us impatient for sunrise, all of us in dread of it. All of us in search of home. I have heard it said we are the uninvited. We are the unwelcome. We should take our misfortune elsewhere. But I hear your mother’s voice, over the tide, and she whispers in my ear, “Oh but if they saw, my darling. Even half of what you have. If only they saw. They would say kinder things, surely.”I look at your profile in the glow of this three-quarter moon, my boy, your eyelashes like calligraphy, closed in guileless sleep. I said to you, “Hold my hand. Nothing bad will happen.” These are only words. A father’s tricks.It slays your father, your faith in him.Because all I can think tonight is how deep the sea, and how vast, how indifferent. How powerless I am to protect you from it. All I can do is pray. Pray God steers the vessel true, when the shores slip out of eyeshot and we are a flyspeck in the heaving waters, keeling and titling, easily swallowed.Because you, you are precious cargo, Marwan, the most precious there ever was.I pray the sea knows this.Inshallah.How I pray the sea knows this.

*We hope Hosseini's work can inspire others to better understand the pain and difficulties of worldwide refugees and join in to protect and support refugees.

More on Hosseini's work as GWA

© Khaled H

osseini

Join G-Dragon and support UNHCR Shelter CampaignG-Dragon’s donation this year will be used for the Shelter Campaign which is being carried out to provide temporary shelters and safe living spaces for 2 million refugees around the world. Join G-Dragon and support the Shelter Campaign so that refugees escaping from conflict, violence and persecution can be protected and dream of a bright tomorrow.

UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Series ❸

Khaled HosseiniShelter Campaign with G-DragonA Korean musician, G-Dragon (Kwon Ji-yong) is the leader of a world-famous K-Pop group Big Bang. Following the last year’s donation, he donated to UNHCR again this year to help refugees around the world. G-Dragon is supporting UNHCR’s Global Shelter Campaign.

Then, on his birthday in August last year, he contacted UNHCR and donated 81.8 million Korean won to raise awareness and support for refugees. Former United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon added, “as refugees and migrants continue to experience serious challenges, support from a superstar like G-Dragon can encourage more people to become interested in refugee issues.”

Thirty-first birthdaywith refugeesLast year and again this year, G-Dragon remembered refugees around the world. He donated 81.8 million Korean won on his birthday and added, “This year, more refugees are fleeing civil war and violence. Whenever I hear about their plight, my heart becomes heavy. I sincerely wish they can be provided with temporary shelter where they can stay safe.”

Photo provided by: YG Entertainment

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Donor Q&A

Q. Is it possible to visit a refugee camp as a volunteer?

A. Due to difficult local situations and safety issues, UNHCR only allows highly trained staff to work in refugee camps. However, through the blog and website, we make announcements when volunteers are needed for UNHCR’s domestic events in Korea. Thank you for your interest.

Q. I have donated directly to UNHCR Korea. How can I do year-end tax adjustment for the amount that I have donated?

A. If you donated money by bank transfer, donor’s information and donation history must then be registered in UNHCR’s donor care system. This way, it is possible to issue donation receipts through National Tax Service Hometax. After making a donation to UNHCR, please call our donor care team (02-773-7272) and check to see if your information has been entered into our system. In addition, in order to view the donation history in National Tax Service Hometax, 13 digits of your residence registration number should be registered in the UNHCR donor care system.

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The 10th Organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

For two days starting July 6, UNHCR participated in the 10th International Career Fair hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, City of Seoul, and City of Busan. A total of 7 international organizations attended the Fair. John Thomas, UNHCR Human Resources Officer explained various ways to work for UNHCR as staff including different recruitment pathways, resume writing, interview preparation, and more. Six applicants who submitted their applications through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs were interviewed on site. Video recording of the Fair in its entirety (excluding the actual interviews) can be watched at unrecruit.mofa.go.kr. In addition, a total of five international organizations including UNHCR Seoul, provided information on the internship opportunities, recruitment process and organizations to those who attended the Fair in Seoul.

Travel Writer Kim Nam Hee's Donation for Syrian Refugees

Kim Nam Hee, a travel writer who published many books including Walking in Europe and Reading on the Road donated to UNHCR profits from People Funding on the Story Funding website (Kim Nan Hee’s notes: Traveler on the Road, January 2 to June 25, 2017). In an written interview with UNHCR, Ms. Kim revealed her reason for donation, “Although the amount is small, it’s collected from a lot of people, and I was looking for an organization that can assist Syrian children. Since UNHCR is an international organization with the biggest public trust in this field, I am confident UNHCR would be the right place to donate.” Also, by sharing the stories of a refugee family she met in Syria and in the Middle East, and of the refugee children she met at the Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage Route, she said “Helping others is not something that can be done when you have the financial ability. Right now, people can use

Donation Receipts for 2017 Year-End Tax Adjustment

Thank you very much for your support to UNHCR in 2017. In order to support more refugees by reducing mailing costs, we do not send out donation receipt by mail. Donors whose donation history and resident registration number are on file with UNHCR are able to check the history and print receipts at Hometax (www.hometax.go.kr) and UNHCR homepage (www.unhcr.or.kr). For further information on donation receipts and other donation-related questions, please call (02-773-7272) or email (withyou@unhcr.or.kr).

Announcement of 2017 Nansen Refugee Award winner

“Regardless of religion, background and culture, school is important for every child. Our goal is to make positive change in children’s lives.”

Carrying on the spirit of Fridtjof Nansen who made a major contribution to establishing refugee law and improving the conditions of refugees, UNHCR confer Nansen Refugee Award on an individual or a group every year. This year’s Nancen Refugee Award is given to Zannah Mustapha who devoted himself for children’s education in Northeastern Nigeria. Mustapha established a school in Maiduguri in 2007 that provides free education, uniforms and medical services for refugee children.

Refugee Protection Campaign with Kidzania

From July 21 to August 27, Kidzania Seoul and Busan branches held a promotion campaign for children to experience refugee protection job experience. During this campaign, Seoul branch offered children an opportunity to experience building a shelter using model bricks. In Busan, children were given an opportunity to fold a shelter-shaped paper money box and many children participated. The “Make a Shelter of Hope” campaign activity will resume on December 22, 2017 until January 28, 2018. We look forward to seeing you there.

‘Small Film Festival’ by Korea International Cooperation Agency

Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) held Small Film Festival on August 16 for 100 executive and staff members and screened UNHCR’s short documentary, “Borderline.” Small Film Festival was organized as part of the Humanitarian Day campaign, and hosted and sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and KOICA. Through UNHCR’s documentary, staff were encouraged to have further interest in refugee issues and given an opportunity to experience humanitarian activities in the field.

UNHCR · Shinsegye Simon Social Contribution Campaign Partnership

On September 13, UNHCR and Shinsegye Simon signed a partnership agreement at UNHCR Korea office. Through this agreement, Shinsegye Simon demonstrated its willingness to actively support UNHCR’S different activities carried out to help refugees around the world. Thanks to the positive response to the relay campaign held at all Shinsegye Premium Outlet stores (in Siheung, Paju, Yeoju, Busan), the campaign booths will be set up again at Siheung and Paju this fall. The garden at Siheung Premium Outlet also has the “Wish Fountain” where coins can be thrown into. All profits will be used to help and support refugees around the world.

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various talents to start from something small.” Ms. Kim asked that UNHCR will continue to work for refugees in the world. This donation will be used to support Syrian refugees and we thank everyone who contributed to the campaign.

*Full version interview is available on UNHCR Korea's blog (blog.naver.com/unhcr_korea).

Co-hosting World Humanitarian Day Talk Concert

With the Korea NGO Council for Overseas Development Cooperation (KCOC), and 28 other organizations including the government, civil society organizations and international organizations, UNHCR co-hosted the World Humanitarian Day event. Especially this year, starting from the opening ceremony on August 6 to the talk concert on the 19th, the events were carried out in a campaign format. The opening ceremony on August 6 included VR (Virtual Reality) experience, video and photo exhibition, books and emergency relief kit exhibition that informed the meaning of humanitarianism and encouraged attendees to experience humanitarian activities. The talk concert held on the 18th featured Yiombi Thona, who is a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo and currently a professor at Gwangju University. The concert also featured six speakers including a photographer, a documentary filmmaker specializing in conflict, and an international humanitarian activist who shared their experiences and thoughts on humanitarianism. Additionally, through the screening of the documentary “Borderline” narrated by Jung Woo-sung, UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, participants were able to get a glimpse into the life of a Syrian refugee family living in Lebanon.

Debate on Mid- and Long-term Development Direction on Refugee Law

On August 24, in cooperation with the National Assembly Human Rights Forum and the Asian Human Rights Legislative Union, UNHCR co-hosted the debate on mid-term and long-term development of refugee policy in the context of human rights improvement. This forum evaluated Korean refugee policy on the 4th anniversary of the enactment of the refugee law and the 23rd anniversary of the implementation of refugee status determination procedure. Also, the forum provided a venue to discuss the long-term directions of the Korean refugee law. In his welcome speech, Naveed Hussain, UNHCR Korea Representative, said “Today, efforts to protect refugees are facing challenges worldwide. And Korea is the first and the only country in Asia that has comprehensive refugee law in place. I’m

thankful that this country’s willingness to welcome refugees.” The debate was attended by government officials, parliamentarians and academics including Hong Il-pyo, Ahn Sang Soo, Kim Jong Suk, and Song Hee Kyung (members of the parliament); Ha Yong Kuk, the head of the Refugee Section of the Ministry of Justice; Choi Kye-young, Professor at Seoul National University; a Korean civil society organization, Korean Refugee Support Network.

Photo provided by: KOICA

Photo provided by: Kim Nam Hee

Photo provided by: International Organizations Recruitment Center of MOFA

Appreciating all donor's support, we would like to share some of the most frequently asked questions by donors.

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Rohingya Emergency Rohingya Emergency

UNHCR can provide emergency relief to protect and support up to 600,000 people within 72 hours and go anywhere in the world where we can save people’s lives. We work not only in Syria or South Sudan where conflicts have been on-going for an extended period of time, but also in Bangladesh where hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees have come to flee from violence that erupted in August.

“More than 500,000 Rohingya refugees who are fleeingfrom conflict and violence and on their wayto Bangladesh are looking for places to stay tonight.”

Rohingya, on the way of evacuation from violenceOn 25 August 2017, after violence erupted in Rakhine state in South of Myanmar, a total of more than 500,000 Rohingya refugees arrived in Bangladesh searching for protection. The Rohingya are a group of Muslims who are suffering from decades of discrimination, extreme poverty and statelessness. More than 200,000 people are crossing the border everyday, and many of them are women and children. Sometimes, they hid in forests and fields to survive. Carrying elderly parents and small children while crossing over mountains, rivers and the ocean, they arrive in Southeast Bangladesh hungry and sick.

With two overcrowded camps, there is no place to stay tonightTwo refugee camps in Bangladesh officially run by UNHCR are Kutupalong and Nayapara. Currently, more than 78,000 people are staying in the camps where the population has exceeded twice the capacity. Not only the camps, but also the surrounding area is overcrowded. Newly arrived refugees in Bangldesh are mainly scattered in the Southeast, living in other refugees’ house or public facilities such as school or community center. They are even building temporary shelter along the street to spend the night. Local residents in Bangladesh are opening up their homes, but spaces available are decreasing. More refugees are expected arrive in the near future and additional emergency temporary shelters and shelter kits are urgently needed.

UNHCR’s Emergency ResponseAs a UN agency specialized in emergency relief, UNHCR is providing emergency aid in and around Kutupalong and Nayapara refugee camps. On the frontline refugees are receiving temporary shelter, clothes, tarpaulins, sleeping mats. To those in vulnerable situations such as unaccompanied minors, UNHCR pays a special attention and offers medical care and family reunification service. As of the early October, a total of five airlifts have reached Bangladesh

*Donation can be made through the donation agreement form on page 15.

Watch Rohingya Emergency video

Considering the size and severity, Rohingya emergency was declared Level 3 Emergency (the highest level) as of mid-September 2017.In order to provide emergency temporary shelter and relief items to Rohingya refugees who have escaped conflict and violence, UNHCR requires US$87.3 million (as of early-October) for the next 6 months. Please support UNHCR's emergency response efforts so that the refugees can find safety.

“My husband was shot deadin the village. I escaped with my son and in-law’s family.We hid whenever we needed to, and walked 3 days to get here. Since the mountains were wet and slippery, we constantly fell.”

- 20 year-old Rohingya refugee -

carrying major relief items that can support more than 120,000 people. We supply family tents, tarpaulins, clothes, sleeping mats, blankets, mosquito nets, jerry cans, and more. In the future, UNHCR will distribute more items to refugees in need.

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Worldwide Emergency ─ Rohingya, South Sudan, Yemen, Nigeria etc.

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These are some examples of how your donation could be used. UNHCR will use your donation in the most efficient and appropriate manner possible for refugees around the world, taking into consideration the demand and funding status of each region. For more details, please refer to the autumn edition of ‘With You.’

Syria Emergency Wherever Most Needed

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Spotthe DifferenceThis refugee family are able to stay together as a family at a temporary shelter. Compare these two pictures and see if you can spot five differences!

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