Creating hope away from home for refugees in Tunisia
On World Refugee Day, we recognize the dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to create a world where refugees are always included. This year's theme, Hope Away from Home, resonates deeply with Rafaella* and Ghita,* two UN Youth Volunteers serving with the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) in Tunisia. Their steadfast commitment to the refugee cause exemplifies the power of empathy, compassion and perseverance.
The journey of Ghita (27) in protection and promotion of refugees’ rights began while she was still in high school. She was selected for an internship in Geneva, Switzerland, where she was introduced to an association active in the promotion of human rights. This experience laid the foundation for her future endeavors to contribute to development and assist refugees and asylum seekers.