1951 Refugee Convention
Coverage of 1951 Refugee Convention in the Nexus archive.
- 6 refugees speak out as UN-backed treaty to help people fleeing war and persecution marks 75 years
The U.N. refugee agency is commemorating the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention. Six refugees shared their experiences as part of the observance.
- 6 refugees speak out as UN-backed treaty to help people fleeing war and persecution marks 75 years
The 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention is marked as challenges to its principles grow, with countries denying asylum seekers entry and over 41 million forcibly displaced people worldwide. Six refugees, including Rohingya from Myanmar and a Nicaraguan human rights lawyer, share their struggles amid ongoing conflicts and policy shifts under leaders like U.S. President Donald Trump.
- 6 refugees speak out as UN-backed treaty to help people fleeing war and persecution marks 75 years
The 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention highlights its role in protecting people fleeing war and persecution, but challenges include strained adherence by countries and U.S. policies under Donald Trump sending asylum seekers to third countries. Over 41 million refugees remain displaced, with six refugees sharing their experiences of persecution and reliance on the treaty.