About World Refugee Day 2008
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On June 20, we celebrate World Refugee Day. This year, events around the world focus on the fundamental need for protection. For some, this means economic security; for others, protection is freedom from violence and persecution. On World Refugee Day, we turn our attention to the millions of refugees who live without material, social and legal protection.
Since its foundation in 1951, UNHCR has protected tens of millions of refugees. For us, protection consists of tangible improvements in the lives of forcibly displaced people - from the provision of food and shelter to support for those lacking legal status or those wishing to return to their home countries. On World Refugee Day, we commemorate this vital engagement.
Protection is also about raising awareness. We cannot protect refugees if their plight remains invisible. On World Refugee Day, we will highlight the universal nature of protection. Not only are refugees protected all around the globe, but the responsibility for protection is equally global.
Ultimately, protection is a challenge that knows no borders. Neither can it be left to a single agency to provide. On World Refugee Day, we are launching a global call for action. We want to promote engagement at the grassroots level, in local communities, workplaces and online. Only through a global network of supporters can we meet the manifold needs of protection.
How can you help?
Online social utilities provide excellent tools for advocacy. Become a fan on Facebook, support our cause and share our videos, photos and latest news with your friends. You can also find us on MySpace, YouTube and Flickr.
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Handout 4 - Environmental Profile cards
31 May 2022 The handout environmental profile cards provide additional information on environmental factors to be considered while assessing protection concerns for persons with disabilities during the Activity 1 of Module 3 of the Disability Inclusion Facilitator's Guide -
Handout 5 - Protection Concerns cards
31 May 2022 The Handout Protection Concerns includes protection concerns faced by persons with disabilities in forced displacement to be used for the Disability Inclusions Facilitator's Guide's Module 3 Activity 2. -
Handout 6: Agree/Disagree
31 May 2022 The handout for the Disability Inclusion Facilitator's Guide contains four symbols to be utilized during Module 3 Activity 3 on UNHCR's approach on the protection of persons with disabilities. -
Handout 7 - Case Study 1: Maryam
31 May 2022 The handout provides content needed to facilitate Activity 1 on Maryam's Case study during Module 4 of the Disability Inclusion Facilitator's Guide. -
Handout 8 - Case Study 2: Jamir
31 May 2022 The handout provides barrier cards and strategy cards to facilitate Activity 2 Case Study on Jamir's situation during Module 4 of the Disability Inclusion Facilitator's Guide. -
Handout 9 - Twin track gameboard: Jamir
31 May 2022 The twin-track gameboard handout is needed to facilitate Case study 2 on Jamir during Activity 2 of Module 4 of the Disability Inclusion Facilitator's Guide. -
Handout 10 - Overview of strategies to foster disability inclusion
31 May 2022 This handout includes an introduction to key strategies to foster disability inclusion during Module 4 Activity 2 (Disability Inclusion Facilitator's Guide). These strategies are inspired by the principles outlined in the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) and reflected in UNHCR's policies and guidance introduced in Module 3. -
Handout 11 - Inclusive Budgeting Tip Sheet
31 May 2022 This tip sheet outlines recommendations to design budgets that are inclusive and accountable to persons with disabilities. The recommendations are based on available resources and practice; however, more evidence is required to improve the way budgeting processes become more inclusive. -
Handout 12 - Learning Needs Assessment
31 May 2022 The learning needs assessment is indented to be used during Module 5 Activity 1 of the Disability Inclusion Facilitator's Guide.