What is World Refugee Day?
In a world where violence forces thousands of families to flee for their lives each day, the time is now to show that the global public stands with refugees.
To do this, the UN Refugee Agency launched the #WithRefugees petition in June 2016 to send a message to governments that they must work together and do their fair share for refugees.
On World Refugee Day, held every year on June 20th, we commemorate the strength, courage and perseverance of millions of refugees. This year, World Refugee Day also marks a key moment for the public to show support for families forced to flee.
How are we celebrating?
Copley-Price YMCA is having a FREE event Saturday, June 23 at 12-4 pm.
There will be
- music and dance performances
- a bounce house
- community resources
- food, games, and prizes
- a farmer's market
We'll be giving FREE one-day passes to the YMCA to everyone who attends!