STAR | Student Action for Refugees’ Post

This is our team. The Youth-Driven Solutions project aims to foster empathy, understanding, and solidarity among communities by providing support, advocacy, and raising awareness. Since the beginning of the project, we have encountered numerous challenges, particularly in gaining access to refugees due to their protection by relevant authorities. However, we are actively engaging in stakeholder meetings and data collection. If you have experience or insights related to the refugee issue, we would love to hear from you. Share your ideas and help us further our peace initiative. #YouthDrivenSolutions #RefugeeEmpowerment #IndianOceanRegion #YouthBeyondBorders #PeaceBuilding #RefugeeAdvocacy #SocialImpact #HumanitarianEfforts #CommunityEngagement #EmpathyMatters #GlobalYouth #SocialChange #AdvocacyForChange #YouthLeadership #SupportRefugees

Today is World Refugee Day. In this blog, Gulwali Passarlay describes what it was like telling his story of coming to the UK as child refugee, his reflections on the hostile rhetoric and what we can do. How about marking the day by reading the interview?

In 2024, nearly 300 million people will require humanitarian assistance. The world has become increasingly hostile to children and their rights. Large-scale drivers of needs – climate disruption, armed conflict and economic shocks – are accelerating at a time when the most vulnerable enjoy fewer protections. Almost 1 child in every 5 around the world is living in or fleeing from conflict zones. Today, we launched the Humanitarian Plan 2024. This is an annual report published at the beginning of each year to outline Save the Children’s priorities in support of children’s rights in humanitarian contexts all over the World. It shows both the key challenges that children will face nowadays and highlights our planned humanitarian programme and advocacy response in the year ahead. “We will aim to assist approximately 27.4 million people, including 15.9 million children, across 46 countries in response to what is undeniably the most significant threat to children’s rights in recent memory,” says Inger Ashing, Chief Executive Officer, Save the Children International. #Humanitarian #Aid #HumanitarianPlan

🌐 On this International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, let's remember the children living in war zones around the world. They face unimaginable horrors daily—unsafe in their homes, schools, and hospitals. In 2022 alone, over 8,630 children were killed or maimed, and 7,622 were recruited for combat. The lack of humanitarian aid and the frequent attacks on education and health facilities intensify their situation of vulnerability. 🤝 Since 2007, FMSI is dedicated to advocating for the human rights of all children worldwide. Let's unite to end these grave violations and protect the future of children. #internationaldayofinnocentchildrenvictimsofaggression #childrights #childrightsmatter #stopviolenceagainstchildren #StopViolenceAgainstChild #humanrights #Advocacy (Source: UN)

Such a good statement, worth reading in full: calling for a ceasefire, for investment in peacemaking, and for the peacebuilding sector around the world to tackle the rise in hate, antisemitism and Islamophobia

“What is our legal status in Bangladesh? Are our children entitled to the same rights as Bangladeshi children? How can we navigate the Bangladeshi legal system to protect them?” These are the questions voiced by Rohingya parents, seeking assistance in a system they barely understand. Partnering with UNICEF, I worked to uncover these pressing issues, driven by the need to answer their questions. My recently published blog sheds light on the justice mechanisms available for Rohingya children, mapping the legal landscape that defines their lives in Bangladesh. Take a moment to read and explore this journey toward understanding and advocacy for Rohingya children. #childrights #CRC #humanrights #Rohingyainflux #justice #childjustice #Unicef

𝐀 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐮𝐛𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 😢💔 What a heartbreaking scene. The innocent lives caught in conflict remind us of our shared humanity and the urgent need for compassion and action. Here’s why we must raise our voices: • 𝐔𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩: Children trapped and suffering need immediate assistance. Every moment counts. • 𝐓𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: This isn’t just a political issue; it’s about our collective responsibility to protect the most vulnerable among us. • 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲: We must advocate for peace and support organizations working tirelessly to provide relief to those affected. • 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞: Use your voice to spread awareness and call for immediate action. Together, we can make a difference. Let us stand together for those in need. #Palestine #FreePalestine🇵🇸 #Gaza #Child #Help #Humanity #Peace #Advocacy #HumanRights #Compassion #StandTogether

Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees (GCIR) invites you to join their upcoming webinar “Resistance at the Border & Beyond: Frontline Efforts to Oppose Anti-Immigrant Legislation” Tomorrow-- May 30 from 12-1:00 PM ET, with an optional funder-only debrief from 1:00-1:30 PM ET. Learn from frontline leaders about the critical efforts to combat anti-immigrant policies. Don't miss this important discussion! #ImmigrantRights #Philanthropy #GCIR #Webinar

Tomorrow Feb. 8th is the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking! Here's a great resource from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, a toolkit featuring Human Trafficking background information, Talking Points, Letter to the Editor Tips, Community Engagement Ideas, and more! https://lnkd.in/g-mT_eg3 #EndTrafficking #trafficking #traffickingawareness

Today, we solemnly commemorate the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery.In rural Tanzania, where the echoes of the slave trade still reverberate through the landscape, we are committed to empowering communities and building a more equitable society. Our recent initiative highlighted in the link (https://lnkd.in/emmafpHE this commitment, focusing on empowering girls—a group historically marginalized and vulnerable to exploitation. On this day of remembrance, let us renew our commitment to justice, equality, and empowerment. Let us honor the victims of slavery by working towards a world where every individual has the opportunity to thrive and fulfill their potential. #TDT TDTProjects #Empowering