Abstract: The UNHCR was initially mandated to protect and resettle refugees that had accumulated in Europe following the aftermath of the first and second world wars. It was formed in1951 by the Refugee Convention. Since its inception, it has succeeded in resettling majority of the refugees that were displaced in Europe, and the convention was later revised in 1967 to remove the geographical restraints that restricted it to Europe alone. Over the years, its mandate has grown to take care of refugees all over the world, significantly during the decolonization of Africa, and in some cases to take care of internally displaced persons. With the rising influx of refugees into Europe in recent years, human rights abuses have been leveled at refugees, this article seeks to understand the role of the UNHCR in the protection of refugees and the challenges the organization is facing. In addition, recommendations to deal with these challenges will be given.
Keywords: United Nations High Commission for Refugees, Refugees, Protection, Displacement, Shelter, Asylum.
Title: Role of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in Refugee Protection: A Critical Review of the Changing Mandate and Challenges to its Functions
Author: Muhumuza, K., Idris, Z., Konde, G., Makau, W., Balala, A., Ng’eno, W
International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research
ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online)
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