Many refugees are displaced from their homes for years. They might live in refugee camps for decades. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and its partners support microfinancing efforts. Through small loans, refugees are empowered to maintain businesses and trading efforts, thus building up their long-term security. The UNHCR writes: The difficultyContinueContinue reading “United Nations Microfinance Scheme for Refugees Living in Camps”
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Get Informed and Get Involved in the United Nations Say No to Gender Violence Campaign
The United Nations has launched its latest campaign, 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence. This year also marks the 15 year anniversary of the United Nations Trust Fund to End violence. The United Nations reports that up to 70% of women and girls will be beaten, coerced into sex or abused in their lifetime. OtherContinueContinue reading “Get Informed and Get Involved in the United Nations Say No to Gender Violence Campaign”