Selin Ünal

As External Relations and Press Officer at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Selin Ünal leads the communications work of one of UNHCR’s largest operations, in Turkey, which as of the end of 2014 hosts more refugees than any other country in the world, and serves as the agency’s spokesperson. Operating in 120 countries, UNHCR provides shelter and assistance to more than 30 million people fleeing war and persecution. In her role, Selin Ünal implements UNHCR Turkey’s communication strategy to raise awareness of displaced people among diverse audiences, including the media, local communities and donors. Selin Ünal took up her post at UNHCR in 2012; before that, she worked for more than 8 years at the International Organization for Migration in various areas, including the program and external relations departments.