New Delhi: Every year on June 20, World Refugee Day is observed globally. The day helps raise awareness of the refugees’ plight and honour them worldwide. The day helps celebrate the strength and courage of those who fled their homes. It is an occasion where we can build empathy and understanding of refugees’ plight and recognise their resilience in rebuilding their lives. According to the United Nations (UN), every minute, 20 people leave everything behind to escape war, persecution or terror. Annually, a theme is set for the day, and for this year, it is ‘Solidarity with Refugees’. Let us explore the meaning of this year’s theme. Solidarity with Refugees can be demonstrated by providing shelter, education, and healthcare or advocating for their rights.
World Refugee Day 2024 Theme: Solidarity with Refugees
Every year, a different theme is set for the day. This year’s theme is Solidarity with Refugees, which focuses on the “importance of building inclusive health systems and ensuring equal care for refugees globally.”
Global solidarity is urgently needed as the world celebrates resilience and honours the contributions of refugees. People must prioritise their rights to timely, accessible, affordable, acceptable, and dignified health care, which is crucial for achieving health for all.
The World Health Organization (WHO) highlights solidarity and health and celebrates refugee resilience. The organisation also advocates for refugees’ health rights and strives to create a world where everyone, regardless of migratory status, enjoys universal access to quality health care.
UNHCR Data
According to UNHCR, by mid-2023, more than 110 million individuals were forcibly displaced globally. This staggering number includes 40 per cent of children, and 75 per cent of these displaced individuals are hosted in low—and middle-income countries. This data underscores the global nature of the refugee crisis, calling for a collective and concerted effort to address it.
Refugees are not just passive recipients of care but active contributors to global health systems. They serve as skilled healthcare professionals, cultural mediators, and advocates for equitable access. Their active participation in health systems is a testament to their resilience and resourcefulness, and it deserves our respect and recognition.
World Refugee Day is observed every year on June 20. This year, the focus is on solidarity with refugees – for a world where refugees are welcomed. knowledge Knowledge News, Photos and Videos on General Knowledge
