UNHCR observations on Sweden’s proposal to transpose the recast Asylum Procedures Directive
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, has submitted our observations to the proposal to transpose the recast Asylum Procedures Directive in Sweden.
The observations are available on Refworld.
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Education that gives hope in uncertain times – Welcome to a Professional Development Day for Teachers
17.03.2025How can we share knowledge about global challenges and progress in a way that fosters hope and engagement among children and young people? On 16 May, UNHCR, together with UN organisations in Sweden and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, invites educators to a day featuring practical teaching methods and […]
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Fika and flourishing friendships: how a community support programme is making a difference in southern Sweden
04.03.2025A pilot community support programme in Sjöbo Municipality is helping Lana Alnajjar and other refugees settle into their new lives in Sweden. The programme has been so successful that the municipality has decided to make it a permanent part of their integration efforts.
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UNHCR’s Observations on Sweden’s Proposal for a New Reception Act
21.01.2025UNHCR’s Representation for the Nordic and Baltic Countries has provided its observations on Sweden’s legislative proposal, “The Reception Act: A New Law for the Organized Reception of Asylum Seekers and Efficient Returns” (SOU 2024:68). The proposal introduces significant changes to Sweden’s reception system for asylum-seekers. A key element of the […]
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Call for applicants: Interested in sharing your experiences as a refugee?
15.11.2024PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CALL IS NOW CLOSED. UNHCR’s Representation for the Nordic and Baltic Countries is pleased to announce that the call for applicants for the Refugee Speakers Programme 2025 is now open. UNHCR is looking for aspiring public speakers in Sweden with a refugee background who are passionate […]
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Sweden Aids Uganda’s Efforts in Providing Safe Haven and Self-Reliance for Africa’s Largest Refugee Population
22.10.2024Uganda provides a home to nearly 1.7 million refugees and asylum-seekers, the highest number in Africa, most of whom come from South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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“When I play, I feel happy” – Wheelchair tennis helps refugees integrate in Sweden
03.09.2024When Fyori fled from Eritrea to Sweden on her own in 2021, she had never even held a racket. Now, she plays tennis every week with Stockholm Wheelchair Tennis Club.
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Olympic Refugee Athlete Amir Ansari: “Cycling saved my life”
25.07.2024A harrowing escape through Iran, Türkiye, and Greece and uncertainty about his future left Amir Ansari battling with depression and suicidal thoughts. But everything changed when he joined the Stockholm Cycling Club. This summer, he will represent the 120 million people forced to flee as part of the 2024 IOC Refugee Olympic Team.
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Meet us at this summer’s Democracy Festivals
06.06.2024UNHCR is participating in a number of democracy, political and opinion festivals across the region to engage in discussions on refugee issues, both domestically and globally. Check out below in which festivals we are present.
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PASS THE MIC: World Refugee Day celebration in Stockholm
22.05.2024On 17 June, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is marking World Refugee Day in Stockholm – a day to honour the resilience, strength and courage of the many refugees across the globe.
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IOC Refugee Olympic Team to represent more than 100 million displaced people at the Olympic Games Paris 2024
02.05.2024Thirty-six athletes from 11 different countries, hosted by 15 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) and competing across 12 sports were named today as members of the IOC Refugee Olympic Team for Paris 2024. The announcement was made by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) President, Thomas Bach, during a live-streamed ceremony from […]