UNHCR - UN HIGH COMMISSIONER FOR REFUGEES
What is UNHCR?
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) provides protection and assistance to the world's refugees.
When first created by the United Nations General Assembly in 1951, UNHCR was charged primarily with resettling 1.2 million European refugees left homeless in the aftermath of World War II. Today, 22.7 million people in over 140 countries fall under UNHCR's concern. At the outset, UNHCR was envisioned as a temporary office, with a projected lifespan of three years. Today, 45 years later, it has become one of the world's principal humanitarian agencies, with headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and offices in 122 countries. More than 80 percent of UNHCR's 5,617-member staff work in the field, often in isolated, dangerous and difficult conditions. UNHCR has twice been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for its work.
The current High Commissioner for Refugees is Sadako Ogata, a former Japanese diplomat and academic who assumed her post in February 1991. She reports annually to the U.N. General Assembly through the Economic and Social Council. The High Commissioner's programs are approved and supervised by the UNHCR Executive Committee, currently composed of 53 member countries.
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We Will Rock You London is a gripping musical that opened at the Dominion Theatre, London in 2002. In spite of being thrashed by the critics, the audience loves it. We Will Rock You London has outrun all previous musicals in duration at the theatre. The theme centers on a lone “Dreamer” who has to fulfill a prophecy enabling the revival of rock ‘n’ roll. The musical has been simulated in international performances in other countries as well. March 2009 will see shows in UK, Canada and Germany. A sequel is also currently being planned underway. Reserve We Will Rock You London Tickets today!
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Cavaliers are the varsity teams of University of Virginia representing them in twenty five various sports. It includes twelve men’s teams and thirteen women are playing for Atlantic Coast Conference in the National Collegiate Athletic competition. The students have been calling them “Wahoos” or “Hoos” for years and now it has been commonly used on the media as well. The Cavaliers originally known as Virginia Cavaliers are national champions in various sports including Men%27s Soccer, Men%27s Lacrosse, Women%27s Lacrosse, Women’s Cross Country and Boxing. To watch the best games of Viginia Cavaliers get the Cavalier Tickets for the season now!
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Warner Theater is one of the most beautiful venues of Washington DC. It was built by Warner Brothers in 1924, and called as the Earl Theatre. Later in 1947 the name was changed to the Warner theatre. Today, it is the hub for world’s finest classical plays, comedy shows, dance competitions, contemporary and classical music concerts, melodramas and kid’s shows etc. The graceful Warner Theatre has seen many up and downs. Today, it is Washington’s main attraction and people fly from across the world to watch the theatre marvels. So order you Warner Theatre Tickets and have some real fun.
Keith Urban started his musical journey in Australia but soon made name all over the world as one of the most talented and popular country music artists of these times. A singer, songwriter and instrumentalist; Keith Urban is the man of many talents. His timeless music has earned him several awards and recognitions including the prestigious Grammy and American Country Music Awards. He also made headlines with his much talked about marriage with Nicole Kidman and drug-addiction. However, more than anything else, his sweet vocals, unique music and superb songwriting skills make him the undisputed king of today’s country music scene. So while the fans are going crazy to get hold of Keith Urban Tickets, we suggest you to be hurry and reserve the best ones for yourself.
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Tulsa Performing Arts Center is home to four state-of-the-art theatres. It is based in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma and covers half a city block. Chapman Music Hall situated within its premises has a seating capacity of more than two thousand. It is popular for featuring various opera, ballet, and orchestra performances throughout the year. Many performing arts organizations and institutes host their shows at this venue. Famous artists like Michael Bublé and B.B. King have been performing at this center since it was founded in 1977. Browse through our inventory to find various Tulsa Performing Arts Center Tickets for all the upcoming events.
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