World Refugee Day is observed globally on June 20 to honour the strength, courage, and resilience of individuals who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution. It is an occasion to build empathy and understanding for their situations.
Ensuring protection for refugees strengthens communities, promotes stability, and saves lives. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Convention which is the international agreement that protects the rights of refugees. This year’s theme is: “Until Everyone is Safe,” which means:
· Governments to uphold fair and accessible asylum systems,
· Donors to sustain life-giving support.
· Communities to welcome those forced to flee,
· Each of us to defend the principle that safety must never depend on nationality, wealth, race, religion, gender, political opinion or migration status.