Today is World Refugee Day, a day to commemorate the courage and resilience of displaced people around the globe.
After Russia invaded Ukraine, support from people like you allowed Americares to respond immediately to provide crucial health care for refugees who fled to Poland and people displaced within Ukraine.
We want to share an inspiring story about Yaryna and what your generosity has made possible this World Refugee Day. But first:
This statistic is shocking, but it's true: The U.N. reports that over 130 million people are expected to be forcibly displaced or stateless by the end of 2024.
That includes people like Yaryna, a young refugee who fled Ukraine after Russian forces invaded. Thanks to humanitarians like you, she was able to access psychological counseling for refugees grappling with trauma and grief through an Americares partner in Poland.
This World Refugee Day, millions of refugees, like Yaryna, are still looking for a brighter future. You are integral to helping us deliver medical aid to these millions, so please: