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UNHCR Situations: Monthly Refugees and Asylum Seekers

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: April 30, 2018-August 12, 2024 ... More

This dataset updates: Every month

Refugees and Asylum-seekers in Southern Africa, East and Horn of Africa and the Great Lakes Region as a result of persecution, conflict, violence, human rights violations, or events seriously disturbing public order.

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UNHCR Population Reference Areas

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: July 23, 2021-August 17, 2024 ... More

This dataset updates: Live

Polygon layer that represent the areas of Population Reference Points. Available only for the main People of Concern locations.

UNHCR Presence

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: December 14, 2020-August 17, 2024 ... More

This dataset updates: Live

The GDS presence layer is a geographic representation of the UNHCR operational presence in the countries where UNHCR is operating. It shows the diverse types of presence including temporary presence such as Field Units. Each office is either Active or Inactive depending on the operational status reported by the field. The status of the GIS layer represents the current operational presence in the world.

Border Crossing Points

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: May 07, 2021-August 17, 2024 ... More

This dataset updates: Live

Country border crossing points. The boundaries and names included in this web service do not imply official endorsement or acceptance by the United Nations.

UNHCR Population Reference Points (PRP)

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: June 07, 2021-August 17, 2024 ... More

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Point layer that represents populated places locations (e.g., capitals/ cities/ towns) and of administrative units (Level 1, 2 and 3 depending on availability).

UNHCR Warehouses

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: June 22, 2022-August 17, 2024 ... More

This dataset updates: Live

This layer shows the different UNHCR active warehouses in the world. The boundaries and names included in this web service do not imply official endorsement or acceptance by the United Nations.

First-level administrative divisions (admin1)

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: June 23, 2022-August 17, 2024 ... More

This dataset updates: Live

This layer shows the different administrative boundaries (levels: 1) used in the UNHCR GIS system. It is mostly from governments and official sources but also other UN bodies or NGOs. The OCHA CODs and Pcodes are examined and considered. The boundaries and names do not imply official endorsement or acceptance by the United Nations.

Second-level administrative divisions (admin2)

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: June 23, 2022-August 17, 2024 ... More

This dataset updates: Live

This layer shows the different administrative boundaries (levels: 2) used in the UNHCR GIS system. It is mostly from governments and official sources but also other UN bodies or NGOs. The OCHA CODs and Pcodes are examined and considered. The boundaries and names do not imply official endorsement or acceptance by the United Nations.

UNHCR People of Concern

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: June 07, 2021-August 17, 2024 ... More

This dataset updates: Live

Geographic point layer representing all the people of concern's known locations in the world ( Refugees, Internally displaced, Stateless persons and other of concern). The data is displayed by population type and location type (typology adapted from the SPHERE handbook standard).

UNHCR Population of Concern per country

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: June 22, 2022-August 17, 2024 ... More

This dataset updates: Live

UNHCR data on displacement per country, formatted for mapping purposes.

Burkina Faso - Result Monitoring Surveys (RMS) - 2022

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: June 30, 2022-August 29, 2022 ... More

This dataset updates: Never

The UNHCR Results Monitoring Survey (RMS) conducted in Burkina Faso from June to August 2022 aimed to gather data on refugees, asylum seekers, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) to monitor impact and outcome indicators in education, healthcare, livelihoods, protection concerns, shelter, and water and sanitation. Using a standard structured questionnaire, data was collected at both household and individual levels through Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI) and Computer-Assisted Telephone Interviewing (CATI). The sample frames were sourced from the “Conseil National de Secours d'Urgence et de Réhabilitation (CONASUR)” in December 2021 for IDPs and UNHCR's registration database, ProGresv4, for refugees and asylum seekers, resulting in 667 observations for RAS, 6 for refugee returnees, and 704 for IDPs. The survey results, which were submitted by August 28, 2022, contribute to UNHCR’s evidence base for multi-year strategic reporting to key stakeholders.

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Bangladesh - Joint Multi Sector Needs Assessment: Cox’s Bazar, Rohingya...

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: August 27, 2023-September 17, 2023 ... More

This dataset updates: Never

Following the events of August 2017, the Rohingya community were affected by displaced. As of December 2023, more than 900,000 refugees were residing in 34 camps in Ukhiya and Teknaf. At the same time, the living conditions in the District of Cox's Bazar are below the national average. The area is particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change as well as natural and human-induced hazards, which hinders significant development progress. The needs have been compounded by the refugee influx. The massive increase in households and associated stresses on available resources has led to tensions among the two population groups. Against this background, a Joint Multi-Sector Needs Assessment (J-MSNA) was conducted to support detailed humanitarian planning, meeting the multi-sectoral needs of affected populations, and to enhance the ability of operational partners to meet the strategic aims of donors and coordinating bodies. Building on past J-MSNAs and other assessments, the 2023 J-MSNA aimed to provide an accurate snapshot of the situation with the specific objectives of (1) providing a comprehensive evidence base of the diverse multi-sectoral needs among refugee populations and the host community to inform the 2024 Joint Response Plan; (2) providing an analysis of how refugee population and host community needs have changed in 2023; and (3) providing the basis for a joint multi-stakeholder analysis process. A total of 1,149 households were surveyed across the 11 unions of Teknaf and Ukhiya. Households were sampled from the Office of the the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees' (UNHCR) host community database as well as UNHCR, World Food Programme (WFP) and International Organization for Migration (IOM) beneficiary databases using a stratified random sampling approach, with unions as the strata. Household survey data collection took place between 27 August and the 17 September 2023. Each interview was conducted with an adult household representative responding on behalf of the household and its members

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Papua New Guinea - Results Monitoring Survey 2023

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: October 19, 2023-November 14, 2023 ... More

This dataset updates: Never

The UNHCR Results Monitoring Survey (RMS) is a household-level survey conducted with people directly or indirectly assisted by UNHCR. In Papua New Guinea, West Papuan refugees as well naturalized and non-naturalized West Papuans households were surveyed in two major locations, these being Iowara in Western Province and Port Moresby in the National Capital District. The Survey was undertaken jointly with the Immigration and Citizenship Authority from the Papua New Guinean the government, the objective of the survey was to assess indicators on education, healthcare, livelihoods, protection concerns, shelter, and water and sanitation and further evaluate food insecurity in Iowara. The RMS can be implemented in any operational context. A standard structured questionnaire has been developed for the RMS, which can be conducted as a stand-alone survey or flexibly integrated with other data collection exercises. Questions from the RMS standard survey were adapted to the context and incorporated into a government survey and an FAO survey for the capital and Western Province, respectively. The data collection focused on topics such as safety, access to identity documents, and income and employment. The data includes indicators collected at both the household and individual (household-member) level. The survey covered 325 household containing 1894 individuals.

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Peru - Results Monitoring Survey, 2023

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: April 27, 2023-May 13, 2023 ... More

This dataset updates: Never

This dataset is part of the data series [?]: UNHCR - Results Monitoring Survey

The UNHCR Results Monitoring Surveys (RMS) is a household-level survey on people with and for whom UNHCR works or who benefit from direct or indirect assistance provided by UNHCR, including refugees and asylum seekers, internally displaced persons, returnees, stateless and others of concern. The objective of the survey is to monitor impact and outcome level indicators on education, healthcare, livelihoods, protection concerns, shelter, and water and sanitation. The results contribute to an evidence base for reporting against UNHCR's multi-year strategies to key stakeholders. This RMS took place in Peru from April 2023 to May 2023 at national level.

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South Sudan - Forced Displacement Survey, 2023

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: April 13, 2023-December 14, 2023 ... More

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The Forced Displacement Survey (FDS) is UNHCR’s new flagship household survey programme designed to standardize, streamline, and build on the existing UNHCR survey landscape to produce high-quality and timely data on people forced to flee. The FDS is comparable across countries over time and aligned with international statistical standards. It has the purpose of providing actionable evidence to inform the government’s operational and policy-related data needs, as well as its humanitarian and development partners. As a multi-topic survey, the FDS collected household and individual level data on the socioeconomic characteristics and living conditions of targeted populations. Data was collected through face-to-face household interviews, where up to four household members aged 15 and above were interviewed: (1) the head of the household or a household member who was knowledgeable about the household; (2) a randomly selected household member who provided information about individual life experiences; (3) the caregiver of a randomly selected child under five years of age; and (4) a randomly selected woman who gave birth in the last two years. South Sudan was the first pilot country where FDS has been implemented. South Sudan hosted refugees since its independence in 2011, despite facing multiple social challenges and internal conflicts. By April 2024 South Sudan hosted 450,000 refugees, mostly from Sudan, Burundi, the Central African Republic, and other countries. The FDS in South Sudan collected data on a nationally representative sample of registered refugees and on a sample of the national population living in proximity of refugees located in the north of South Sudan. Data collection occurred between April and December 2023. The final realized sample of the FDS in South Sudan was composed of around 3,000 households, all located in rural areas. Among them, 68 per cent are refugee households and 32 per cent belong to host communities.

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Afghanistan - Post-Distribution Monitoring of Cash-Based Interventions 2023

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: January 01, 2023-December 31, 2023 ... More

This dataset updates: Never

UNHCR uses Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM) as a mechanism to collect feedback from the people with and for whom we work on the quality, sufficiency, utilization and effectiveness of the assistance items they receive. The underlying principle of the process is accountability, as well as a commitment to improving the quality and relevance of support provided, and related services. UNHCR increasingly uses cash based interventions (CBIs) as a preferred modality for delivering assistance, offering greater dignity and choice to displaced people in line with UNHCR’s core protection mandate. In order to ensure that the cash assistance provided meets the intended objectives and that desired outcomes are achieved, UNHCR conducts regular post-distribution and outcome monitoring with a sample of refugee recipients residing across the country. PDMs in Afghanistan are done on a quarterly basis. This dataset is a compilation of all PDMs completed in 2023 and thereby covers people who received CBI in Afghanistan in 2023. Feedback on the modality was collected from 2888 households throughout the year.

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Zambia - One Meheba Local Area Plan - 2024

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: January 13, 2024-January 17, 2024 ... More

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The Meheba Local Area Plan (LAP) for 2024-2028, initiated by Kalumbila Town Council, Department of Resettlement (DoR) and Office of the Commissioner for Refugees (CoR) in Zambia, encompasses a comprehensive strategy to integrate and develop the Meheba region, which hosts refugees and local populations. This plan focuses on modernizing infrastructure, boosting agricultural productivity, and ensuring inclusive community development. Utilizing surveys and extensive stakeholder engagement, the LAP aims to capture data on demographic changes, economic conditions, and social services within Meheba. A total of 1,700 detailed surveys across key populations will assess the impact of interventions and guide future development strategies. By aligning with national policies and focusing on sustainable development, the LAP seeks to transform Meheba into a productive, self-reliant community, enhancing the quality of life for all residents. This dataset will be pivotal in monitoring progress and adjusting policies to better serve the diverse needs of the Meheba population.

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Bangladesh - Joint Multi Sector Needs Assessment: Cox’s Bazar, Rohingya...

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: August 27, 2023-September 17, 2023 ... More

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Following the events of August 2017, the Rohingya community were affected by displaced. As of December 2023, more than 900,000 refugees were residing in 34 camps in Ukhiya and Teknaf. With the crisis moving into its seventh year, prospects remain uncertain. Comprehensive information on the needs and vulnerabilities of affected host communities is needed in order to inform the design and implementation of effective inter-sectoral programming. Against this background, a Joint Multi-Sector Needs Assessment (J-MSNA) was conducted to support detailed humanitarian planning, meeting the multi-sectoral needs of affected populations, and to enhance the ability of operational partners to meet the strategic aims of donors and coordinating bodies. Building on past J-MSNAs and other assessments, the 2023 J-MSNA aimed to provide an accurate snapshot of the situation with the specific objectives of (1) providing a comprehensive evidence base of the diverse multi-sectoral needs among refugee populations and the host community to inform the 2024 Joint Response Plan; (2) providing an analysis of how refugee population and host community needs have changed in 2023; and (3) providing the basis for a joint multi-stakeholder analysis process. A total of 3,400 households were surveyed across the 34 refugee camps in Ukhiya and Teknaf Upazilas. Households were sampled from the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees' (UNHCR) refugee registration database using a stratified random sampling approach, with camps as the strata. Household survey data collection took place between 27 August and 17 September 2023. Each interview was conducted with an adult household representative responding on behalf of the household and its members.

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Afghanistan - Spatial Profiling of Herat and Kandahar 2023

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: August 23, 2023-December 28, 2023 ... More

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This dataset is a product of the “Spatial Profiling” initiative, a part of the Community-based Protection and Solutions Programme Response (Co-PROSPER). The project aimed to create an enabling protection environment in Kandahar and Herat cities through spatial profiling, which involved mapping city resources and services, UNHCR’s Persons we Serve (PwS) settlement areas, and analyzing the collected data for evidence-based humanitarian response planning. Funded by UNHCR, UN-HABITAT conducted spatial profiling of targeted locations in these cities, including Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) and returnees’ camps/settlements. The project also developed new strategic responses through settlement plans for these locations, recommending strategies like provision of basic services such as water, sanitation, access roads, drainage and flood mitigation measures, and shelter. The spatial profiling focused on mapping city resources and services, settlement areas including Land Allocation Scheme (LAS) sites, spontaneous settlements of returnees and IDPs, and private housing schemes. The data collected through the profiling was analyzed for evidence-based programming. This dataset is intended to facilitate the development of new settlement plans for selected settlements in cities, aiming to upgrade the settlements of IDPs in target areas and provide durable solutions for the inhabitants.

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China - Post-Distribution Monitoring of Cash-Based Interventions 2023

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: September 05, 2023-September 15, 2023 ... More

This dataset updates: Never

UNHCR uses Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM) as a mechanism to collect feedback from the people with and for whom we work on the quality, sufficiency, utilization and effectiveness of the assistance they receive. The underlying principle of the process is accountability, as well as a commitment to improving the quality and relevance of support provided, and related services. UNHCR increasingly uses cash based interventions (CBIs) as a preferred modality for delivering assistance, offering greater dignity and choice to displaced people in line with UNHCR’s core protection mandate. In order to ensure that the cash assistance provided meets the intended objectives and that desired outcomes are achieved, UNHCR conducts regular post-distribution and outcome monitoring with a sample of refugee recipients residing across the country. This PDM was conducted with 64 respondent covering people who received CBI in China in 2023.

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China - Refugee's Children Education - 2024

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: April 20, 2024-May 03, 2024 ... More

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The Refugee children’s education survey collects data on children attending school as well as their school experience. The survey creates a roster of children who are currently attending school, as well as information about children who are not yet enrolled but wish to be in local public schools for the upcoming academic year. The information of children who wish to enroll will be shared with the relevant authorities for school enrollment. The purpose of of the second module of the survey is to understand school children’s self-evaluation (as well as parents’ evaluation) of their school performance and experience. The survey is specifically designed to assess the interventions taken by schools and parents for children who have experienced bullying or require additional support in their studies. The results will inform UNHCR’s follow-up actions and interventions. For the school year 2024-2025, information on 48 children of school age were surveyed in April and May of 2024.

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China - Refugee's Children Education - 2022

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: September 20, 2022-October 12, 2022 ... More

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The Refugee children’s education survey collects data on children attending school as well as their school experience. The survey creates a roster of children who are currently attending school, as well as information about children who are not yet enrolled but wish to be in local public schools for the upcoming academic year. The information of children who wish to enroll will be shared with the relevant authorities for school enrollment. The purpose of of the second module of the survey is to understand school children’s self-evaluation (as well as parents’ evaluation) of their school performance and experience. The survey is specifically designed to assess the interventions taken by schools and parents for children who have experienced bullying or require additional support in their studies. The results will inform UNHCR’s follow-up actions and interventions. For the school year 2022-2023, information on 65 children of school age were surveyed in September and October of 2022.

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China - Refugee's Children Education - 2023

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: April 20, 2023-May 03, 2023 ... More

This dataset updates: Never

The Refugee children’s education survey collects data on children attending school as well as their school experience. The survey creates a roster of children who are currently attending school, as well as information about children who are not yet enrolled but wish to be in local public schools for the upcoming academic year. The information of children who wish to enroll will be shared with the relevant authorities for school enrollment. The purpose of of the second module of the survey is to understand school children’s self-evaluation (as well as parents’ evaluation) of their school performance and experience. The survey is specifically designed to assess the interventions taken by schools and parents for children who have experienced bullying or require additional support in their studies. The results will inform UNHCR’s follow-up actions and interventions. For the school year 2023-2024, information on 45 children of school age were surveyed in April and May of 2023.

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Niger - Targeting Food and Livelihoods Assistance - 2016

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: January 06, 2016-June 30, 2016 ... More

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In response to ongoing conflict in Mali, a significant number of refugees have sought asylum in neighboring Niger, settling primarily in the refugee camps of Tabareybarey and the hosting zones of Intikane. To better understand and meet the food security and livelihood needs of these communities, a comprehensive household survey was conducted between January and June 2016. This survey, jointly overseen by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the World Food Programme, aimed to cover all households within these sites. However, the nomadic tendencies of the Malian refugee population posed challenges to achieving complete census. Despite these difficulties, the data collected is pivotal for informing targeted food distribution, cash assistance, and livelihood programs aimed at fostering self-reliance and economic inclusion. The survey's findings are crucial for refining the aid strategies of both UNHCR and WFP and serve as a baseline for future interventions in the region.

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Afghanistan - Assisted Returns 2023

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Time Period of the Dataset [?]: January 01, 2023-December 31, 2023 ... More

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UNHCR monitors and supports refugee returnees who have chosen to return to Afghanistan. As part of this process, UNHCR interviews refugees willing to return at the Voluntary Repatriation Centers in the country of asylum, assess the households' conditions for return through interviews at the Encashment Centers in Afghanistan and follows up on the returnees' situation in the areas of return one to six months later through phone surveys. Upon return to Afghanistan, returnees are assisted at four Encashment Centers with a cash grant to support their immediate humanitarian needs and transportation costs. In 2023, UNHCR replaced its long-standing VolRep procedures with the ARRD, which aims to strengthen the support to returnees. 2023 also saw mass returns from Pakistan under the Illegal Foreigner's Repatriation Plan. To support returned Afghans affected by this plan, UNHCR set up Forced Afghan Returns Enrollment (FARE), where household receive similar support and provide information about the conditions under which they return. This dataset is a compilation of datapoints collected through the FARE and ARRD on the 12,500 household UNHCR assisted in their returns. The objective of the interviews is to record details on the returnee households and family members including the amount of cash grant received. Data collected through the VolRep system are available for each year from 2010 to 2022.

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