There are 120 million people displaced around the world—a number that has doubled in just the past ten years. That’s 120 million birthdays, nicknames and life stories.
In 2024, policies around refugees, migrants and asylum seekers are being debated all over the world—often without the input of refugees.
This World Refugee Day, look past the large figures to see that every number has a story. Learn how to take meaningful action to support refugee rights and welcome refugees into your community.
Here are three ways to get involved...
No one is just a number
In a year when refugees are being cast as a crisis, it is more important than ever to remember the people behind the numbers. Each has a unique story. Meet displaced people from Gaza, Afghanistan, Ukraine, Burundi and Syria.