World Refugee Day 2023
Date: 20 June 2023
World Refugee Day 2023
Date
Each year on 20 June, the world celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution.
Join us in 2023 to support refugees and help raise awareness and advocate for their rights.
Join us in 2023 to support refugees and help raise awareness and advocate for their rights.
Time
9AM EST / 9AM EST / 9 AM CEST
Location
Global
Public event
© UNHCR/Colin Delfosse
What is World Refugee Day?
World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honour refugees around the globe. It falls each year on 20 June and celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution.
World Refugee Day is an occasion to build empathy and understanding for their plight and to recognize their resilience in rebuilding their lives.
Watch this page leading up to 20 June for more information and activities for World Refugee Day 2023.
Learn more about the history and purpose of World Refugee Day
