UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, works to safeguard the rights and well-being of refugees all over the world.
UNHCR’s purpose is to ensure that everyone can exercise the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge from war and persecution. UNHCR also protects stateless persons.
In all its activities, UNHCR pays attention to the needs of children and seeks to promote the equal rights of women and girls.
The Government of Uganda leads the response to protect and assist refugees and asylum-seekers in Uganda. UNHCR provides direct operational support, capacity building, and technical advice to the Ugandan authorities.
As the refugee agency, UNHCR, jointly with the Government, also coordinates the efforts of UN agencies and partners to support Uganda’s refugee response and to avoid gaps in assistance.
In Uganda, UNHCR delivers services and assistance through partner organisations. For more information, please refer to the pages of the respective areas and services.
In Uganda, UNHCR has the following offices:
- UNHCR Representation Office in Uganda: Plot 11/13, Mackenzie Close, Off Mackenzie Vale, Kololo, , P.O. Box 3813 Kampala
- UNHCR Extension Office Plot 279, Sir Apollo Kaggwa Road, Kampala
- Sub-Offices in Adjumani, Arua, and Mbarara
- Field Offices / Units in Kampala, Kiryandongo, Kisoro, Kyaka, Kyangwali, Lamwo, Moyo, Nakivale, Rwamwanja, and Yumbe
How to contact UNHCR in Uganda?
To get in touch with UNHCR or partners for any queries or requests for assistance and support, please call the toll-free inter-agency Feedback, Referral and Resolution Mechanism (FRRM):
Please note that ALL services delivered by UNHCR and partners, including registration, are provided for FREE.
Call the FRRM Helpline 0800 32 32 32
Email us at [email protected]
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