UNHCR’s 2008 and 2009 programme in Egypt aims to continue registration and RSD work. This will be done by increasing its capacity and reducing the waiting period for registration, improve its database and identify cases with specific needs.

New and more secure documentation will be issued to all asylum-seekers and refugees. UNHCR will increase access to public health services and education for refugees and support two public hospitals.

The office will work closely with the Ministry of Education to enhance the capacity of public schools and four formal community-based schools providing education for more than 6,000 refugee children will benefit from UNHCR assistance.

The office will expand its referral and support networks by providing assistance to eight community centres in 2008 and ten in 2009. UNHCR will strengthen operational partnerships and train diverse groups on refugee issues and provide legal assistance for refugees in detention with the help of its legal partners.