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More people risk Indian Ocean voyages despite abuse, deterrence
5 Dec 2014 UNHCR estimates that 54,000 people have undertaken irregular maritime journeys in the region so far this year, mostly across the Bay of Bengal towards Thailand and Malaysia. -
Stitch by stitch towards greater protection in northern Myanmar
30 Oct 2014 Displaced women in Kachin state are learning to sew, knit and make soap as part of an initiative to organize themselves, address protection concerns and help their community. -
More than 20,000 people risk all on Indian Ocean to reach safety: UNHCR report
22 Aug 2014 The report collates information through interviews, and from media reports, partners and governments. It highlights the abuses people are facing on their journeys. -
As thousands continue to flee Myanmar, UNHCR concerned about growing reports of abuse
10 Jun 2014 Across the region, UNHCR advocates for temporary stay arrangements for the Rohingya until the situation stabilizes enough in Rakhine state for them to return. -
In Malaysia, Rohingya arrivals hope to end cycle of abuse, exploitation by smugglers
5 May 2014 Many are turning up with severe health problems and trauma after prolonged suffering on boats and in smugglers' camps. -
US wraps up group resettlement for Myanmar refugees in Thailand
29 Jan 2014 More than 70,000 Myanmar refugees have been resettled from Thailand's camps to the United States as one of the world's largest resettlement programmes comes to an end. -
LEGO Foundation donates US$3 million to build a future for refugee children
24 Jan 2014 The donation will fund UNHCR education programmes in Chad, Ethiopia, Iran, Kenya, Malaysia, Pakistan, Rwanda, Sudan, South Sudan, Syria, Uganda and Yemen. -
Olympic spirit alive and kicking in Myanmar's southeast
21 Jan 2014 Over 13,000 students in displacement-affected areas have received sports kits donated by the IOC through UNHCR. -
UNHCR fears dozens dead after boat capsizes off Myanmar, urges action
5 Nov 2013 Eight survivors have been reported so far, but dozens of passengers, including women and children, are still missing and feared dead since the weekend tragedy.