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UNHCR's Refworld

Refworld is the leading source of information necessary for taking quality decisions on refugee status. Refworld contains a vast collection of reports relating to situations in countries of origin, policy documents and positions, and documents relating to international and national legal frameworks. The information has been carefully selected and compiled from UNHCR's global network of field offices, Governments, international, regional and non-governmental organizations, academic institutions and judicial bodies.

Special Features
Refugee Status Determination
The refugee status determination process is highlighted with the legal basis and UNHCR guidance on policy and procedures.
Resettlement
The core documents related to UNHCR's resettlement activities, challenges and the policy framework.
Refugee Protection and International Migration
This feature includes information relating to the intersection between refugee protection and international migration, including in areas such as maritime protection, and UNHCR's 10-Point Plan in Action.
Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict
Key information relevant to the protection of civilians in situations of armed conflict.
Gender Equality and Women
UNHCR's policy documents and guidance on gender equality and women, an extensive legal framework, and related information.
Special Initiatives
Key documents from several special initiatives that have taken place to clarify and strengthen UNHCR's mandate.
Trafficking in Human Beings
Key legal, policy and operational documents related to trafficking in human beings and international protection, including UNHCR's policy and guidance.
Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
Key information and guidance relevant for asylum claims based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Statelessness
Featuring the most important legal instruments on statelessness, as well as UNHCR's policy documents.
Internally Displaced Persons
Refworld contains a wealth of documents related to internally displaced persons. Included are legal, policy and operational materials.
Children
Highlighting the core legal instruments and UNHCR's policy and guidance relating to children at risk.
The UN Human Rights System
A feature dealing specifically with the human rights mechanisms within the United Nations.
Detention
Core provisions, guidance and tools on detention, prison conditions and the freedom of movement.
Voluntary Repatriation
This feature brings together UNHCR's policies on voluntary repatriation, as well as operational guidance, tools, and a collection of tripartite agreements.
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