EU Launched the Campaign #SupportRefugees on World Refugee Day

On 20 June every year, World Refugee Day is marked around the world. On this day, a variety of events in over 100 countries  are organized in order to mark the courage and strength of millions of r...

On 20 June every year, World Refugee Day is marked around the world. On this day, a variety of events in over 100 countries  are organized in order to mark the courage and strength of millions of refugees.

The European Union has launched a campaign of support for refugees #SupportRefugees with the aim to raise awareness of their situation and to demonstrate how the European Union provides tangible help. On the occasion of World Refugee Day, international football stars Marouane Fellaini and Anja Mittag have joined forces with the EU to show that they care about refugees worldwide.

The European Union gives more than €1 billion a year to help refugees forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution and natural disasters. This vital humanitarian funding provides access to essential services including shelter, food, healthcare, sanitation and education.