{"id":2086,"date":"2021-06-14T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-14T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gooroo.com\/blog\/?p=2086"},"modified":"2021-06-14T09:08:42","modified_gmt":"2021-06-14T13:08:42","slug":"refugee-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gooroo.com\/blog\/refugee-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Refugee Day: What It Is and What It Recognises"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"709\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/06\/11103419\/matteo-paganelli-5XJarqlwvPA-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"world refugee day\" class=\"wp-image-2087\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/06\/11103419\/matteo-paganelli-5XJarqlwvPA-unsplash.jpg 709w, https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/06\/11103419\/matteo-paganelli-5XJarqlwvPA-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 100vw, 709px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sunday, June 20th, marks World Refugee Day. As of mid-2020, there are 80 million forcibly displaced people world wide. But, what can we do to help them? In today\u2019s blog, we\u2019ll talk about the significance of the international day. Plus, everyday things we can do to help refugees in our countries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-is-world-refugee-day\">What is World Refugee Day?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First established in 2001, this international day is designed to celebrate and honour refugees around the world. But, what is a refugee?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, generally speaking, they are a displace person who has crossed national boundaries. They cannot return home due to well-founded fear of persecution. The first modern definition came about following World War II, following the large numbers of people fleeing Eastern Europe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-their-rights\">Their Rights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The 1951 Refugee Convention is a United Nations treaty that defines who a refugee is. What\u2019s more, it set out the right of individuals who are granted asylum, and the responsibilities of nations that grant asylum.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These nations must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>provide identity papers and travel documents&nbsp;<\/li><li>allow the transfer of assets<\/li><li>give free access to courts<\/li><li>respect personal status including rights related to marriage<\/li><li>allow the possibility of assimilation and naturalisation&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They shall not:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>discriminate against these individuals&nbsp;<\/li><li>impose penalties on those who enter illegally if they present themselves without delay&nbsp;<\/li><li>forcibly return them to the country they have fled from&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"709\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/06\/11103438\/siddhant-soni-CvqCzwVOhCM-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2088\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/06\/11103438\/siddhant-soni-CvqCzwVOhCM-unsplash.jpg 709w, https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/06\/11103438\/siddhant-soni-CvqCzwVOhCM-unsplash-300x198.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 100vw, 709px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s more, these displaced people are treated like nationals in relation to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>freedom to practice their religion&nbsp;<\/li><li>respect and protect of artistic right and industrial property<\/li><li>rationing<\/li><li>elementary education&nbsp;<\/li><li>public relief and assistant&nbsp;<\/li><li>labour legislation and social security&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They are treated like non-nationals in relation to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>moveable and immovable property<\/li><li>right of associate in unions<\/li><li>wage-earning employment<\/li><li>self-employment&nbsp;<\/li><li>housing<\/li><li>education higher than elementary<\/li><li>right to free movement and free choice of residence within the country&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-the-goal\">The Goal<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>World Refugee day aims to recognise the strength of those who have fled the conflict in their country in the hopes of a better life. Shining the light of the rights, needs, and dreams of displaced people, it seeks to mobilise resources so they not only survive but also thrive. It is an opportunity for everyone to experience, understand, and celebrate the rich diversity of the communities of refugees. Additionally, it provides a platform for them to be seen, listened to, and valued by the community that they are living in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"709\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/06\/11103449\/mortaza-shahed-3_m_cYt67_Q-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2089\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/06\/11103449\/mortaza-shahed-3_m_cYt67_Q-unsplash.jpg 709w, https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/06\/11103449\/mortaza-shahed-3_m_cYt67_Q-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 100vw, 709px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-together-we-heal-learn-and-shine\">Together We Heal, Learn, and Shine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This year\u2019s World Refugee Day theme centres around accessible healthcare, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gooroo.com\/blog\/learning-styles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">education<\/a>, and recreation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Healthcare. Medical support saves lives, but those seeking asylum don\u2019t always have access to it. Especially in countries like the US which don\u2019t have a universal health care plan. <a href=\"https:\/\/donate.unhcr.org\/int\/coronavirus-emergency\/~my-donation#&amp;_ga=2.28393404.1831818943.1623417500-2068429300.1623417500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Make a donation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Education. The building block for a better future, scholarships are awarded to young refugees so they can have access to a fulfilling education. <a href=\"https:\/\/donate.unhcr.org\/crowdfunding\/int\/project\/aiming_higher_world_refugee_day_2021#_ga=2.28393404.1831818943.1623417500-2068429300.1623417500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Help fund one<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recreation. Sort can enrich the lives of people forced to flee their homes. It boosts mental health and helps gain confidence, forge new friendships, and makes everyone feel welcome.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How Can You Help?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many ways you can help refugees \u2014 both big and small!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Donate!<\/strong> Help to ensure that supporting programs continue uninterrupted.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Speak Out! <\/strong>Stand up in the face of discrimination and hold politicians responsible for their promises.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Volunteer! <\/strong>Mentor a family, tutor a student, or provide general tech support.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Help with Taxes!<\/strong> Help overcome language barrier and legal jargon.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Welcome a refugee!<\/strong> Listen to this stories. You can even offer them support in the form of temporary shelter.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sunday, June 20th, marks World Refugee Day. 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