350,000 refugees & asylum seekers are hosted in Iraq
This is where they live
More information about forced displacement around the world in UNHCR's latest Global Trends report launched today: bit.ly/4fJIX2V
UNHCR Iraq
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UNHCR Iraq
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The UN Refugee Agency in Iraq. Follow for more info on refugees and asylum seekers in Iraq
- How are the escalating hostilities in the Middle East affecting refugees and forcibly displaced people? Learn more in our recent update data.unhcr.org/en/documents/d…
- UNHCR Iraq reposted
It's because of war. It's because of violence. It's because of persecution. It’s a heartbreaking decision that 41.6 million people have made to flee across borders to find safety. #GlobalTrends
- 🌾 Agriculture 🏗️ Construction ⚙️ Manufacturing 🏪 Small businesses Refugees are working and contributing to their communities across Iraq Lets continue to support their inclusion 💙
- UNHCR Iraq reposted
I sat down with Ali Hamadi—fellow Iraqi, fellow refugee—now set to represent Iraq at its first World Cup in 40 years. When he fled as a child, this moment would have felt unimaginable. Life can take us farther than we ever expect—and sometimes brings our stories full circle.
00:00 - Flexible funding enables UNHCR Iraq to respond where needs are greatest - from refugee registration to strengthening access to public services 💙 With thanks to our donors for their support 🇬🇧 🇳🇴 🇦🇺 🇧🇪 🇫🇮 🇨🇦 🇱🇺 🇮🇸 🇪🇸 🇸🇪 🇯🇵 🇨🇭 🇳🇱 🇩🇰 🇩🇪 🇮🇪 🇰🇷
- How much do you know about UNHCR's work in Iraq? Last year ↓ ✅ Legal support for 15,000+ refugees ✅ Cash assistance for 46,000+ people ✅ Mental health support for 6,000+ refugees ✅ Kurdish language classes for 5,000+ refugee children 🔗 bit.ly/4o5tj3G
- Solidarity begins with simple acts of kindness 💙 Welcoming refugees, fostering inclusion, and standing together can create lasting impact. At UNHCR, we support programmes that bring refugees and host communities closer 🤝
- Replying to @UNHCRIraqعيد وطني سعيد للسويد 🇸🇪 إن الدعم السويدي لعودة اللاجئين وتسجيلهم في العراق يساعد الناس على الحصول على الوثائق والحماية والعيش بكرامة. شكراً لشراكتكم 📷💙
- Happy National Day, Sweden 🇸🇪 Swedish support for refugee returns and registration in Iraq is helping people access documentation, protection and live with dignity. Thank you for your partnership 📷💙
- Did you know that UNHCR Iraq’s registration centres are powered by solar energy? This renewable energy runs our operations, with surplus electricity fed back into the national grid. #WorldEnvironmentDay
- UNHCR Iraq repostedReplying to @RefugeesUNHCR is on the ground, but the needs are urgent and growing. Please help us provide life-saving support.
- One phone call can change everything 📞 UNHCR Iraq's helpline is here to help refugees across Iraq Since early 2026: 9,400+ calls answered on registration, resettlement, health, education & more Thanks @NLinIQ & #PROSPECTS partnership for keeping this lifeline running 🙏
