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Honduran refugee risks all riding the 'beast' in Mexico
22 May 2018 More refugees are fleeing violence in Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador - some like Armando, risk all riding a freight train in search of safety in Mexico. -
Central American refugees hope to call Mexico City home
28 Aug 2017 As thousands flee violent street gangs for safety in Mexico, UN Refugee Chief Filippo Grandi highlights important new efforts to strengthen integration. -
Looking for lessons among past refugee crises
7 Jul 2017 At a dialogue about sharing responsibility for refugees, stakeholders reflect on responses to earlier crises in Kosovo*, Guatemala and Viet Nam. -
Urgent help needed for Central American children on the run
31 May 2017 As the number of children fleeing gang violence in El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras soars, UNHCR is launching a campaign for US$18 million in vital aid. -
Greater cooperation needed to protect refugees in Central America, UNHCR says
10 Mar 2017 As more people flee gang violence, UNHCR's international protection chief calls for shared responsibility and preparedness to protect refugees effectively. -
U.S. move offers bittersweet hope to struggling Syrian family
24 Feb 2017 Father of three from Homs says resettlement from Jordan to U.S. will provide a future for his children, despite pain of leaving loved ones behind. -
A Syrian family's dream of a new life restored
16 Feb 2017 The Moeins were among hundreds of Syrian refugees whose lives were put on hold after an executive order, since stayed, suspended U.S. resettlement. -
Guatemala volunteer helps families fleeing street gangs
12 Jan 2017 Bordertown mechanic gives spare room over to men, women and children fleeing violence in Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador. -
Displaced athletes to make historic debut at Paralympic Games in Rio
26 Aug 2016 For the first time, a team of refugee athletes with disabilities will compete on the world stage.