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UNHCR Greece Factsheet - February 2020 [EN/EL]

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In February 3,000 people arrived, 33 per cent fewer than January. They are mostly families with children from Afghanistan and Syria. 2,150 arrived on the islands and 850 at the land borders.

Conditions on the islands remain alarming for thousands living there. Hygiene and sanitation are poor, while health problems are on the rise. The High Commissioner urged for action to address the desperate situation, as UNHCR remains ready to assist both short-term with transfers and quick solutions to increase shelter, and long-term with support in relocation schemes for the most vulnerable.

Working with Partners

  • UNHCR supports the Government of Greece who leads the refugee response, working closely with other United Nations agencies, international and national NGOs, regional and State institutions, municipalities, grassroots organizations, refugee communities and the local society.

Main Activities

Accommodation and Cash Assistance

  • UNHCR runs the EU-funded ESTIA accommodation and cash assistance programmes in cooperation with the Government, municipalities and NGOs. UNHCR works closely with staff from State agencies for the transition of these programmes to the Greek authorities.
  • Apartments in cities and towns offer asylum-seekers and refugees greater dignity and independence. Children can go to school, while access to healthcare and other services is facilitated and helps the integration of those who will remain in Greece. The host population also benefits from the 4,610 apartments and 8 buildings that the programme rents in 21 cities and towns across Greece. UNHCR had 25,650 accommodation places in January.
  • UNHCR gave cash in the form of pre-paid cards to 93,900 asylum-seekers and refugees in apartments and sites. Cash allows refugees to choose what they need most. It is spent on food, goods and services, and contributes to the local community. In January, more than 9.1 million euro in cash assistance will eventually be re-injected into the local economy.