World Refugee Day 2021 Focuses On

World Refugee Day 2021 focuses onthe power of inclusion.The shared experience of COVID-19 has showed us that we onlysucceed if we stand together. We have all had to do our part tokeep each other safe and despite the challenges, refugees anddisplaced people have stepped up.Given the chance, refugees will continue to contribute to a stronger,safer and more vibrant world. This year, we call for greater inclusionof refugees in health systems, schools and sport. Only by workingtogether can we recover from the pandemic.Together we heal, learn and shine.

Together #withrefugeesTogether we can achieve anythingTogether we heal, learn and shineFR: Ensemble #aveclesréfugiés.Ensemble on peut tout réussirEnsemble on se soigne, on apprend et on rayonneAR: الالجئين # مع معا ً يمكننا تحقيق الكثير نتألق ، نتعلم ، معا ً نتعافى ES: Juntos #conlosrefugiadosJuntos podemos lograr lo que seaJuntos nos cuidamos, aprendemos y brillamosRU: Вместе #сбеженцамиВместе мы можем добиться всегоВместе мы исцеляемся, учимся и преуспеваемPlease contact hqwrd@unhcr.orgto access different languageversions of this material.ZH: ��习，绽放。

We heal together when we allget the care we needWhen we learn together webuild a stronger communityWe shine when we playtogether as a teamThe world can’t overcome COVID-19 ifit overlooks refugees, because no oneis safe until everyone is safe. We needto ensure that people forced to fleehave access to vaccines, care,medicine and psychological support,like everyone else.We all benefit when everyone hasaccess to education. We are calling forthe creation of scholarships andeducation opportunities for displacedyouth. We also call for greater accessto digital education for refugeestudents.Sport is a great way to heal, developand grow, especially for people fleeingconflict or persecution. We call forgreater support to refugee sportprogrammes. We also encourage allsport fans to support the RefugeeOlympic and Paralympic Teams thatwill compete in the Tokyo games.

We count on you, your school, your foundation, yourcompany to amplify messages of inclusion on WorldRefugee Day.Conflict and persecution have forced more than 80 million people aroundthe world to flee their homes. More than ever, we call on communities toinclude them – in health care, education and sport. Here are some ways inwhich you can support:1.Organize events for your network, employees and/or customers,locally, online or offline2. Promote our content, messages and stories on your comms channels3. Engage your customers/employees to take action4. Showcase what your community is doing to include refugees

Organize an event as part of our “world tour”Organize events online or offline, depending on local health and safetymeasures. We encourage you to partner with UNHCR offices andrefugees in your communities. Here are some examples of events: Public event or conferenceFilm screening – see recommended filmsBook club discussion see recommended booksDinner party – cook some delicious refugee recipesMusic festivalSport tournamentFundraising event – begin fundraising nowEmail hqwrd@unhcr.org to be put in touch withyour local UNHCR office.

We are providing a range of contentwhich you can use on your platforms.This includes: World Refugee Day posters (download here)GIPHY stickers (access here)Social media assets (access here)Use the #WorldRefugeeDay hashtag on Twitterto activate the WRD emojiPackage of photos (access here)Videos about the power of inclusion (accesshere)World Refugee Day live blog (link here)

Here are a few actions that you can encourage yourcommunities to take to support people forced to flee. HEALTH Donate to help protect refugees from COVID-19 –donate here EDUCATION Donate to create refugee scholarships – donatehere Teach your kids and students about refugees –access age appropriate resources hereSPORTo Design a ball to support refugee sport programs link Support the Refugee Olympic and ParalympicTeams - link

We want to hear about what you, your school,your foundation or your company are doingto stand with refugees.What inspiring message and story would you like to share on WorldRefugee Day? Here are a few things that you can do: Use this Canva template to create your own visuals and share themon social media on World Refugee DayWrite an article or a story on your websiteSend a special newsletter to your contactsShare your content and activities on social media, and tag@refugees for a chance to be featured on our live blog

If you have questions or would liketo tell us about your plans, pleasecontact:hqwrd@unhcr.org

World Refugee Day posters (download here) GIPHY stickers (access here) Social media assets (access here) Use the #WorldRefugeeDay hashtag on Twitter to activate the WRD emoji Package of photos (access here) Videos about the power of inclusion (access here) World Refugee Day live blog (link here)