Corruption is not just a factor in many of the globe’s current dire refugee and security crises. Corrupt regimes are responsible for some of the worst human rights atrocities, including the forcible displacement of their citizens.
Global Independent Refugee Women Leaders @ UNHCR’s High-Level Officials Meeting
In the run-up to and during the December 2021 UNHCR High-Level Officials Meeting, Global Independent Refugee Women Leaders (GIRWL) co-founders led and participated in important dialogues with officials and other stakeholders on topics including refugee participation in decision-making, age, gender and diversity, and other issues. Anila Noor moderated three events and sessions tied to the High-Level […]
Q&A With Canadian Senator Ratna Omidvar: Refugee Women and Girls
The WRMC talked with Council member and independent Canadian Senator Ratna Omidvar to discuss how the international community can better respond to the needs of refugee women and girls, empower them as agents of change, and confront systemic issues of discrimination.
Creating a Network of Refugee Women Leaders in the Pandemic
In this feature from Carleton University, WRMC President Fen Hampson discusses the Council’s partnership with GIRWL as well as work to develop secure online communication and engagement platforms for refugees.
New Coalitions Needed to Address Climate Change, Forced Displacement
During a panel discussion on climate change — on the day that the COP 26 climate change conference would have begun — WRMC Chair Lloyd Axworthy said that new networks and coalitions are needed to respond to the confluence of climate change, the COVID-19 pandemic and a breakdown of governance that will lead to increased […]