Everything you need to know about World Refugee Day

Globally, refugees are in crisis.

Because of war and conflict, more people have been forced to flee their homes now than at any time since World War II, reports the International Rescue Committee.

But there are ways to help. June 20, World Refugee Day, marks one of the largest global efforts to raise consciousness for the cause. People all over the world are coming together for a day that encourages everyone to stand up and support those who have been displaced.

“On World Refugee Day, we must all think about what more we can we do to help,” writes UN Secretary-General António Guterres, who served as High Commissioner for Refugees from 2005 to 2015. “As long as there are wars and persecution, there will be refugees. On World Refugee Day, I ask you to remember them.” Read more…

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