Then and now: refugee lives in sharp focus
Refugee women that live in Greece present photographs from home and reflect on the past they left behind — as well as their hopes for a brighter future. Photographs tell a story — the…
Afghan lost boys provide a bridge in Crete between nations
Ali Sher Kashimi arrived in Greece as a young boy. Now, he helps other asylum seekers by interpreting for them. By Leo Dobbs in Heraklion, Greece, for unhcr.org The Karimis are…
Syrian family transfers to mainland after Samos ordeal
UNHCR has been supporting the transfer of vulnerable people from overcrowded island centres to the Greek mainland. By Leo Dobbs ABOARD THE SS NISSOS CHIOS, Greece – Mohamad Alhajer was desperate…
Refugee family renews century-old ties on Crete
After fleeing the conflict in Syria with his family, Ahmed has rediscovered his roots on the Greek island of Crete. By Christos Tolis CHANIA, Crete – Syrian refugee Ahmed Tarzalakis has…
5 things you need to know about cash assistance to asylum-seekers and refugees in Greece
Since April 2017 more than 58,000 asylum-seekers and refugees received cash assistance in Greece. Here are the five things you need to know about UNHCR’s cash assistance programme. UNHCR…
A refugee family finds warmth in the festive city of Trikala
The city of Trikala is broadly known for “The Mill of Elves” (Mylos ton Xotikon), its impressive Christmas park, which thanks to the joint efforts of Trikala Municipality and several…