When funding shrinks, protection cannot wait.

A dated warning, a continuing responsibility
On 29 September 2026, UNHCR warned that nearly 8.3 million refugees and other forcibly displaced and stateless people risked losing vital assistance. The agency reported receiving 32 per cent of its global funding requirement by the end of July 2026. This is a historical snapshot of UNHCR’s appeal, not KADEF’s funding position.

What a smaller budget can mean
Funding pressure can narrow outreach, delay support and leave protection teams choosing between urgent needs. A reduction that appears manageable in a spreadsheet can be felt very differently by a family seeking safety.

Africa belongs in this conversation
Sudan’s conflict continues to uproot people within the country and across borders. Refugees and the communities receiving them need sustained attention. A short news cycle must not become a short commitment to people’s rights.

Build continuity, not only visibility
For a new foundation, the responsibility begins with honest planning: define a purpose, listen to communities, agree realistic activities and report what resources make possible. KADEF welcomes partners interested in locally grounded protection, inclusion, research and public engagement.

Make support accountable
Supporters should be able to understand the purpose of a fund and how approved activities are reported. Our institutional funding conversations will establish restrictions, reporting arrangements and appropriate oversight.

Keep dignity in view
Give towards a thematic priority, share the issue, or begin a partnership conversation. Sustained attention matters when the public spotlight moves elsewhere.