UNHCR's Emergency Response staff respond quickly and effectively during times of crisis, anywhere in the world. They work in some of the toughest conditions, delivering life-saving essentials like food, water, shelter and healthcare.
When a crisis strikes, UNHCR's emergency teams are on the ground, supporting refugees at every stage of their ordeal - be it an eruption of fighting causing thousands of families to flee their homes, or a massive earthquake displacing hundreds of thousands.
Note: Should the funds raised exceed the amount required to meet the immediate and longer term needs of the people in the affected areas, Australia for UNHCR will direct donations to our Emergency Programs for Refugees to enable us to rapidly address future emergencies as they occur.