UN Refugee Agency kicked off a series of training workshops this week in Greece to provide additional tools on how to strengthen coordination

UNHCR Special Envoy Angelina Jolie Pitt visits Greece

UNHCR Survey finds Afghan and Syrian refugees arriving to Greece are fleeing conflict and violence

UNHCR and partners increased accommodation capacities at Eidomeni to provide more dignified waiting conditions to refugees and migrants. (UNHCR)

UNHCR and the European Commission have launched a programme to provide 20,000 additional reception places for asylum seekers in Greece. (UNHCR)

UNHCR chief lauds Pope's solidarity with refugees on his visit to the Greek island of Lesvos and by offering a home to three Syrian families.

UNHCR expands its support to the temporary accommodation of new arrivals in Kalymnos and their registration in Kos

UNHCR has deployed 120 emergency staff to Greece to support the government in its effort to address the continuing crisis. (UNHCR)

UNHCR is calling on the Greek Government to continue easing pressure on Lesvos, Chios and Samos, by further shortening procedures for people eligible to move, and urgently improving conditions for those who continue to stay.

UNHCR is working with the Hellenic Coast Guard to facilitate the deployment of experienced life guards and equipment to support rescue efforts at sea. (UNHCR)