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World Refugee Day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2000, and…
World Refugee Day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2000, and was celebrated for the first time on June 20, 2001, to mark the 50th anniversary of the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees. The convention is a legal framework that defines who…
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World Refugee Day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2000, and was celebrated for the first time on June 20, 2001, to mark the 50th anniversary of the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees. The convention is a legal framework that defines who is considered a refugee, their rights, and the obligations of signatory states to protect them. The creation of this day aims to raise awareness among global society about the plight of refugees and highlight the need for a coordinated international response to assurance their protection and assistance. Protecting refugees is crucial as they are individuals who have often lost everything in their search for safety. Offering them protection is a matter of humanity and solidarity, helping to preserve the dignity and fundamental rights of these people, in addition to promoting global peace and stability.