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UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
On the UN’s 81st anniversary, we honor the resilience of the Afghan people. Amid conflict, poverty, displacement and climate shocks, millions continue to face immense challenges. The @UN remains committed to saving lives, protecting rights & helping communities thrive.
History👇
70 women in Bamyan are learning carpet weaving through a UNHCR livelihoods programme supported by @ItalyMFA_int.
“I am learning this skill so I can earn an income and support my family,” said Khadija, a mother of five who returned from Iran two years ago.
After 23 yrs in Iran, Ali Allah returned to Afghanistan & rebuilt his tailoring business with support from UNHCR and @jica_direct_en .
Today, his workshop employs 35 people, including women returnees and internally displaced people.
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UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
Today, I addressed UNHCR’s Executive Committee for the first time as High Commissioner.
My remarks 👇
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“I am happy to be back," said Khan Shirin as he returned to Afghanistan with his family after 50 years in Pakistan.
The road ahead will not be easy. Thanks to @eu_echo UNHCR can provide cash assistance - a lifeline for them as they take their first steps towards their new lives.
UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
Statement by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to the United Nations Security Council unhcr.org/news/speeches-and-…
With thanks to Republic of Korea, UNHCR distributed solar panel systems to families in Bamyan province.
“Once I move into my new house, this will be very useful. I hope such programmes continue to support people in need,” said Farzana, a mother of six.
UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
Mawlawi Saeed Ahmad Banuri, Director of the Office of the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation, held talks with representatives of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) on challenges facing Afghan migrants and efforts to improve their situation.
During the meeting, UNHCR representatives reaffirmed their commitment to continued support for Afghan migrants.
UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
The newly inaugurated comprehensive health center in Ahmad Shahi Meena, Lashkargah, #Helmand, is expanding access to essential healthcare for returnees, internally displaced people, and host communities. The facility provides vital services to 500+ people every day. #Health4All
UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
Afghan farmers in the south region drive local economies and regional exports, but climate impacts are reducing yields threatening livelihoods. Greater investment in climate-resilient, water management & market support is needed to protect incomes and food security.
At the Torkham border, UNHCR continues to support Afghan returnees as they are returned home, providing up to 2,000 hot meal packages daily, as well as cash assistance. Since June, nearly 50,000 hot meal packages have been distributed.
UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
Communities are more than beneficiaries; they are partners in shaping solutions.
At @UN_STFA, with our partners, we listen to understand their priorities, learn from their experiences & identify what needs to change, helping us respond better and strengthen our work. #Hamdeli
UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
Persons with disabilities are at the heart of UN support. Visiting school of children with hearing impairments, many of them returnees in Kandahar, @UN_Lemarquis saw education & vocational training in action & reaffirmed our commitment to inclusion, dignity & opportunity for all.
UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
One year since Afghan women were barred from UN premises, their rights and freedoms continue to be systematically restricted.
I join @antonioguterres in calling for these discriminatory measures to end. The rights, dignity and future of Afghan women and girls must be upheld.
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UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says Amir Khan Muttaqi has met with Arafat Jamal, head of the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) in Afghanistan.
According to the ministry, the meeting focused on the safe and dignified return of Afghan refugees, support for returnees, and more effective cooperation and coordination between Afghanistan and UNHCR to improve their situation.
The two sides also discussed coordinating the efforts of relevant countries and organizations in this regard.
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UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
Resilience looks different for every community.
Healthcare closer to home, communities protected from disasters, or businesses growing, etc.
In Southern Afghanistan, @UN_STFA & UN agencies helped drive these changes, reaching 2.56M+ people. 👉shorturl.at/DXNsi #Hamdeli
UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
In #Afghanistan, women humanitarians are often the only way to reach women & girls with the assistance they need - enabling them to access critical information, protection & services.
Afghan women humanitarians must be able to work safely & without restrictions on their movement.
#ForAllWomenAndGirls
UNHCR Afghanistan retweeted
'I've never been to Afghanistan'.
Read how six million people are forced to start over amidst a deepening humanitarian crisisi in Afghanistan: bbc.com/news/articles/c2e074…
