Inspiring projects

Browse projects and stories from around the world that inspire action on the Global Compact on Refugees.

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Inspiring projects

Browse projects and stories from around the world that inspire action on the Global Compact on Refugees.

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Student sponsorship program in Canada

Building sustainable solutions for refugees through youth-led peer-to-peer education support.

A woman and children seating in the ground.

"I would like to support refugees holistically" - CEO of UNIQLO

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Meet Fadak

Using personal stories to bring people together.

Kos: Material Witness

Kos: Material Witnesses

Making a difference with innovation and good design.

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Symphonies for peaceful coexistence: classical music brings refugees and their hosts together in Jordan

A young man looks out of a car window

Airbnb open homes: Refugee housing

Helping Airbnb members to offer temporary homes to refugees and asylum seekers.

"I would like to support refugees holistically" - CEO of UNIQLO

Interviews

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Interview: How young refugees are contributing to the implementation of the Global Compact on Refugees

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Interview: Former South Sudanese refugee leads the way for education and women’s rights

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Interview: Helping Somali returnees rebuild their lives

Portrait of Nidal Battman

Interview: "This country has become my home" - A story of resettlement

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Interview: How the Turkish Red Crescent fosters stronger cohesion among refugees and local communities

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Interview: How the city of São Paulo leads the way in the inclusion of refugee and migrants