World Refugee Day observed
World Refugee Day (WRD) was observed on 20th June in many countries. The day was established by United Nations (UN) General Assembly in 2001 for the cause of refugees and displaced persons.
WORLD REFUGEE Day is observed to draw the attention of the world community and general public to the millions of refugees worldwide who are forced to flee their homes due various social and political conflicts.
Angelina Jolie, 37, is a special envoy of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and she gave $100000 for the cause of Syrian Refugees on WRD this year.
On the occasion of WRD, the UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said, "World Refugee Day is a moment to remember all those affected, and time to intensify our support.
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