06/20/2026
At Global Refuge, we have long seen as an opportunity for celebration. We honor those who were forced to flee their homes and bravely sought a brighter future—bringing with them both heartbreak and hope, culture and curiosity, and remarkable resilience.
For nearly a century, we’ve seen the power of welcome firsthand. But this World Refugee Day is different. At a moment when nearly 120 million people around the world have been forcibly displaced, the United States has abandoned its role as a global humanitarian leader. Only a small number of refugees from increasingly limited circumstances have been allowed through our doors—leaving millions in immediate danger and still more languishing in camps.
This is not who we are.
Refugees have always been part of the American story. As we commemorate 250 years of the United States, it’s impossible not to see how those who sought safety here are woven into our nation’s past, its progress, and its promise. Refugees have become integral parts of our communities, strengthened our economy, and enriched our cultural tapestry.
That story is not over.
The work must continue—and it’s up to all of us. Global Refuge and our partners are in the halls of Congress advocating for smart, humane refugee and immigration policy. We’re working with the communities we serve to fill critical gaps. We’re joining congregations of all faiths to advance our collective call to welcome. We’re doing everything we can to ensure that this cornerstone of our nation’s humanitarian commitments doesn’t become a relic of the past.
Because American history is refugee history. We are at our best when our nation provides safe harbor to those forced to flee their own—whether escaping religious persecution under British rule or civil war in Sudan. For generations, these shores have promised life-saving refuge and hope to children and families from around the world, and we remain committed to fulfilling that promise for generations to come. Our nation’s future depends on it.
Join us in standing boldly with refugees and other immigrants. Take action today: globalrefuge.org/solidarity 🚨🔗
