yusramardini, a Goodwill Ambassador for the
#UnitedNations Refugee Agency (UNHCR), has returned to Syria for the first time in 10 years — reuniting with family and friends while witnessing the immense challenges her people face as they rebuild from nothing.
"What I saw with UNHCR deeply moved me: the strength of my people, especially women. The shortages — food, water, shelter — are heartbreaking, but the strength and hope I witnessed give me faith that
#Syria can recover. With support, these communities can heal and thrive again. Investing in local businesses, skills and education is essential for rebuilding and UNHCR is doing crucial work to make that a reality."
Yusra’s visit comes as more than 1 million internally displaced people and refugees are returning home, struggling with severe shortages of food, fuel, clean water and medical care.
UNHCR is providing essential support — helping returnees rebuild their lives through transportation, legal aid, emergency assistance, and acc...