Canada and UNHCR Discuss Long-Term Refugee Support and Education Initiatives
Ottawa, Canada — Minister of International Development Ahmed Hussen and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Filippo Grandi reaffirmed their shared commitment to supporting refugees through education and long-term opportunities during a productive discussion on September 26, 2024.
Hussen highlighted the importance of working with international partners like the UNHCR to address the global refugee crisis and ensure that vulnerable populations, particularly those displaced by conflict and environmental crises, have access to critical services. “Canada and the UNHCR are united in shared goals—including supporting vulnerable populations and creating long-term opportunities for refugees through education initiatives,” Hussen stated in a tweet following the meeting.
Canada and the UNHCR @Refugees are united in shared goals—including supporting vulnerable populations and creating long-term opportunities for refugees through education initiatives.
Great discussion with @FilippoGrandi on how we can keep advancing these efforts globally. 🇨🇦🌍 pic.twitter.com/QqsSpnUtaH
— Ahmed Hussen (@HonAhmedHussen) September 26, 2024
Filippo Grandi echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the power of education as a key factor in helping refugees rebuild their lives and contribute to the economies of host countries. Both leaders discussed how to expand educational programs for refugees, particularly in regions with limited access to quality schooling.
As part of Canada’s ongoing commitment to global humanitarian efforts, Hussen and Grandi explored avenues for scaling up existing programs and developing new partnerships to enhance refugee resilience and integration. This initiative aligns with Canada’s broader strategy of promoting inclusion and sustainability through international development programs.
The conversation marks a continuation of Canada’s leadership role on the global stage in providing resources, training, and educational support to those displaced by crises. Through collaborations like these, both Canada and the UNHCR hope to create more robust, long-term solutions for the millions of refugees in need of assistance around the world.
