World Refugee Day, June 20

Posted on | June 17, 2010 | No Comments



World Refugee Day is observed annually on June 20. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness about the situation of refugees worldwide.

The theme for this year is “Home”, reflecting the work of UNHCR in trying to help refugees find new homes – in their native countries or abroad. The theme also highlights the increasing difficulties in doing just that, in a world where many armed conflicts have escalated in recent years.

Several different events will be held around the world to bring attention to World Refugee Day, and UNHCR encourages everyone to get involved.

Follow UNHCR on Twitter, or read more about their work on Flickr where updates are posted regularly.

Written by Fanny Johansson

Category: Africa, Asia, Europe/America, Human rights

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