Historic forum yields pledges of jobs, education for refugees
First-ever Global Refugee Forum wraps up with over 770 pledges to boost opportunities for refugees and their hosts.
Northern Europe turns solidarity into action
States and stakeholders in Northern Europe are showing Solidarity in Action at the Global Refugee Forum by pledging to create solutions in the region and beyond – and strengthen support for refugees and their host communities.
World gathering on refugees opens in Geneva after ‘decade of displacement’
A three-day global gathering aimed at transforming the way the world responds to refugee situations starts today in Geneva, Switzerland.
Private sector steps up for refugees as Global Refugee Forum opens in Geneva
More than 30 entities from the private sector – including enterprises, law firms, foundations and many more from the entire world – have announced pledges worth more than 250 million USD at the Global Refugee Forum.
Northern Europe shares its good experiences
As inspiration for the international community, countries and stakeholders are showcasing good practices at the Global Refugee Forum.
UNHCR urges intensified support for displaced Afghans and refugee hosting nations
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Babar Baloch – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva.
Global Refugee Forum Resources
17-18 December 2019 in Geneva, Switzerland
UNHCR will host the world’s first Global Refugee Forum
From a wide range of decision-makers and stakeholders to refugees themselves, from all over the world and all over society, will come together to mobilize action for a better refugee response.
UNHCR and SIPRI join forces to strengthen analysis and research on forced displacement
By bringing their expertise together, the two organisations aim to bring forward solid peace and conflict analysis with the view to better inform policies and strategic interventions on addressing root causes and supporting initiatives focused on solutions.