Organized support and assistance for people who have fled their homes. This can include material, financial, legal, or social assistance and is provided by states, organizations, or private individuals.
example
Viele Freiwillige engagieren sich ehrenamtlich in der Flüchtlingshilfe.
Many volunteers are involved in refugee aid on a voluntary basis.
Usage tips
Compound word
The word is made up of 'Flüchtling' (refugee) and 'Hilfe' (aid/help), connected by an 's'. So it literally means 'aid for refugees'.
EXAMPLE
Die lokale Flüchtlingshilfe sucht dringend Spenden.
The local refugee aid organization urgently needs donations.
Typical verbs
In connection with 'Flüchtlingshilfe' (refugee aid), the verbs 'leisten' (to provide), 'organisieren' (to organize), or 'anbieten' (to offer) are often used. If you are active yourself, you say 'sich in der Flüchtlingshilfe engagieren' (to be involved in refugee aid).
EXAMPLE
Die Stadt leistet umfangreiche Flüchtlingshilfe.
The city provides extensive refugee aid.
Typical adjectives
Common adjectives that describe the type of aid are 'staatlich' (state-run), 'ehrenamtlich' (voluntary), 'humanitär' (humanitarian), or 'finanziell' (financial).
EXAMPLE
Ohne ehrenamtliche Flüchtlingshilfe wäre die Situation schwierig.
Without voluntary refugee aid, the situation would be difficult.