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UNHCR’s Canberra Office publishes a Refugee Newsletter which is widely distributed to government officials, non-government organisations, refugee supporters, educational institutions and individuals around the regions. To sign up to receive hard copies or electronic versions of our Newsletter, send us an This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

To keep up to date with what’s going on in the world’s major forced displacement crises, and stay in touch with UNHCR’s progress as we work to bring protection to refugees, internally displaced people and others of concern worldwide, visit our global website and sign up for out e-alerts and e-updates.

UNHCR globally has actively embraced online social networking sites and regards them as an important resource for connecting with our supporters and reaching a wider audience. Platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, MySpace and Flickr provide ideal mediums for people to share their stories, ask questions, and receive instant notices about UNHCR's latest campaigns and activities.

Australia for UNHCR - our national fundraising association in Australia - has also developed Facebook and YouTube pages. These pages help to keep up to date with our campaigns and special events in Australia, as well as UNHCR happenings around the world. There are also links to donate to our causes and subscribe to our news letter.

 
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Regional Updates

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UNHCR Regional Office Canberra

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is an impartial, non-political humanitarian organisation mandated by the United Nations to protect refugees and seek ways to help them restart their lives. UNHCR's Regional Office in Canberra covers Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and the Pacific, and is focussed on three key areas: legal protection, resettlement and public information.