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USA for UNHCR provides critical support to @refugees - standing #WithRefugees to help save, protect and rebuild the lives of millions.

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This #WorldRefugeeDay , meet Lucky Karim ( @Lucky2944576441 )! Forced to flee her home at only 14, Lucky has made it her life’s mission to advocate on behalf of Rohingya refugees and women and girls everywhere. Read more about her extraordinary story at
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For the 12th consecutive year, forced displacement is at an all-time high. Today, more than 120 million people have been forced to flee their homes because of war, violence and persecution. This #WorldPopulationDay , get the facts!
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Five Takeaways from the 2023 UNHCR Global Trends Report

According to the 2023 Global Trends Report released by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, more than 120 million people have been forced to flee from persecution, conflict, violence and human rights...

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Devastation from the war in #Ukraine continues. This week, deadly missiles hit multiple cities in Ukraine. Many people have already been confirmed dead. Buildings, including a children’s hospital, have been destroyed. Learn more about what's happening in Ukraine:
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Meet Emma Yaaka, a resettled refugee from Uganda who is bridging gaps for LGBTQIA+ refugees in the U.S. Read about his extraordinary journey and the amazing work he is doing to empower refugees in his Chicago community and across the U.S.
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How this Chicago-based advocate is bridging gaps for LGBTQIA+ refugees in the United States

Emma Yaaka is a resettled refugee from Uganda and an advocate for resettled refugees in the United States. He works in Chicago with the resettlement and LGBTQIA+ communities.

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No matter the language, every refugee deserves to have a safe place they can call home. 💙
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🗣️We need a world where refugees are given a fair shot. 🗣️We need a world where refugees find solidarity. 🗣️We need a world where refugees are welcomed. 🗣️We need a world where we all stand #WithRefugees .
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Happy #FourthOfJuly ! As we come together to celebrate America's independence & its principles of life, liberty & the pursuit of happiness, we also celebrate its welcoming spirit toward refugees & newcomers alike, providing them with hope, opportunities & a chance to rebuild.💙🇺🇸
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It’s #MadeInAmericaDay ! And Today we’re highlighting seven-refugee-owned businesses in the Atlanta metropolitan area. These businesses are not only serving their community but also sharing their cultures and a little piece of home.
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Seven Refugee-Owned Businesses You Should Support in Atlanta, Georgia

Check out these refugee-owned businesses around the Atlanta metro area that are serving their community while sharing their cultures and a little piece of home.

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According to UNHCR’s 2024 #GlobalTrends Report, at the end of 2023, 68.3M people remained internally displaced due to conflict and violence. In Sudan alone, an estimated 9.1M people were displaced, the largest internally displaced population ever reported.
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Advocating for the rights of LGBTIQIA+ refugees goes beyond #PRIDE ! Today and every day, we will always work to protect everyone’s right to seek asylum fleeing violence, war and persecution.
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It’s @TwinCitiesPride ! And today we’re honoring a local LGBTQIA+ refugee ally and advocate, Kyle Kvamme! Through his work with @ORAMrefugee , he is using the power of storytelling to uplift and empower refugees in his community and beyond!
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Friendship, Pride, Allyship: Meet Kyle, a LGBTQIA+ Refugee Advocate in Minneapolis

Meet Kyle Kvamme, a refugee advocate from Minneapolis who is uplifting the stories of LGBTQIA+ refugees as a Communications and Development Coordinator at the Organization for Refuge, Asylum &...

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. @UNRefugeeAgency 's Culture Collective is now featuring Venezuelan musician and UNHCR high-profile supporter @Dannocean ’s compelling & powerful #WorldRefugeeDay performance, along with new actions you can take to uplift & support refugees! Learn more:
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🚨From war in Sudan to ongoing violence in the DRC, here are 3️⃣ major emergencies you need to know about from this month. ⬇️
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Meet Emma Yaaka, a resettled refugee & a passionate refugee advocate, who is working tirelessly to bridge gaps for LGBTQIA+ & resettled refugees in the U.S. through his work with @heartlandhelps and @RefugeeCongress .
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How this Chicago-based advocate is bridging gaps for LGBTQIA+ refugees in the United States

Emma Yaaka is a resettled refugee from Uganda and an advocate for resettled refugees in the United States. He works in Chicago with the resettlement and LGBTQIA+ communities.

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Gay. Straight. Bisexual. Queer. However you identify, you have the right to safety.
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Lucky Karim is a courageous & powerful young woman! Forced to leave her home at just 14, Lucky has become a fervent and passionate refugee advocate! This #WomenInDiplomacyDay , we recognize the amazing work she is doing on behalf of refugees everywhere.
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From a Refugee Camp to the U.S. Congress: One Advocate’s Tireless Work for Rohingya Refugees

Meet Lucky Karim, a 20-year-old Rohingya refugee and advocate now living in the United States. From a refugee camp in Cox's Bazar to the halls of Congress, Lucky advocates for the rights of her...

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🚴‍♀️ We're celebrating #OlympicDay by highlighting the story of Masomah Ali Zada! From refugee to Olympic athlete, her journey inspires refugee women and girls to pursue their dreams. @‌RefugeesOlympic
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On #WorldRefugeeDay , we honored courageous refugees around the world and talked about our role in supporting them. Let's continue to take action and stand #WithRefugees every day. Here are some ideas to get you started!
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🎶 Join @Refugees TONIGHT for a free #WorldRefugeeDay concert with Latin American star @DannOcean at the Kennedy Center #MillenniumStage . 📌 Can't make it to DC? You can also watch the live stream on the Kennedy Center’s Facebook and YouTube channels:
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TONIGHT ONLY: Join @Refugees for a free screening of Elemental, with remarks from UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Mary Maker, in celebration of #WorldRefugeeDay . 📍 @KenCen outdoor film wall 🗓️ June 21 at 8:30pm! 🎟️:
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From Philadelphia to Chicago, community efforts have impacted the lives of refugees. On #WorldRefugeeDay , we asked them what gave them hope away from home. #HopeAwayFromHome #WithRefugees
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