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World Refugee Day
“Each year on 20 June, the world celebrates World Refugee Day, the international day to honour people who have been forced to flee.
Together, we can champion their right to seek safety, build support for their economic and social inclusion, and advocate for solutions to their plight.”
UNHCR – The UN Refugee Agency. (n.d.). World Refugee Day | UNHCR. UNHCR. https://www.unhcr.org/world-refugee-day
This year, Josi from COMPASS Refugee Centre spoke during a lunch and learn with an interested group from Infrastructure Ontario, about all the challenges and triumphs our clients experience. She was able to draw awareness of the obstacles many newcomers face as they try to integrate and find belonging in Waterloo Region. Josi encouraged participants to do their part and be the face of a welcoming community where growing hope abounds.
