UNHCR Indonesia

UNHCR Indonesia

@UNHCRIndo - 30/01/2022

War & conflict are still occurring in many parts of the world. Many refugees cannot safely return to their countries of origin. Refugees should have access to various fundamental human rights & government sponsored services in order to live a decent & dignified life in Indonesia. https://t.co/SflwA5Se9X

UNHCR Indonesia

@UNHCRIndo - 20/01/2022

#12/12 UNHCR continues to engage with refugees in Indonesia on their needs and aspirations and will continue to strengthen communication and find long term solutions.

UNHCR Indonesia

@UNHCRIndo - 20/01/2022

#11/12 While advocating for more resettlement places and other third country solutions, UNHCR is working with partners and the Indonesian Government to increase the livelihood and education opportunities for refugees while they are in Indonesia.

UNHCR Indonesia

@UNHCRIndo - 20/01/2022

#10/12: Over the last five years, some 3,700 refugees living in Indonesia have been referred for resettlement and more than 2,700 refugees have departed. Some 1,200 of those (46%) were Afghan refugees.

UNHCR Indonesia

@UNHCRIndo - 20/01/2022

#9/12: Of the 26 million refugees worldwide, the lack of resettlement places means that less than 1.5% of all refugees are resettled. This has negatively affected the resettlement potential for refugees around the world, including in Indonesia.

UNHCR Indonesia

@UNHCRIndo - 20/01/2022

#8/12 UNHCR fully understands the refugees’ frustrations and their wish to be resettled to a third country. Unfortunately, the limited quotas of resettlement countries do not allow all refugees in need to be resettled.

UNHCR Indonesia

@UNHCRIndo - 20/01/2022

#7/12 UNHCR remains concerned about the current situation of many Afghan refugees in Indonesia, and is working on finding long-term solutions. These refugees are unable to return to their homes, while facing other challenges in Indonesia.

UNHCR Indonesia

@UNHCRIndo - 20/01/2022

#6/12 The majority of the 13,175 refugees in Indonesia are from Afghanistan (56%). 1.4% of all the refugees from various countries of origin, have been in Indonesia for 10 years or more.

UNHCR Indonesia

@UNHCRIndo - 20/01/2022

#5/12 Under Indonesian law, those who violate the public order are at risk of being forcibly dispersed or detained.

UNHCR Indonesia

@UNHCRIndo - 20/01/2022

#4/12 UNHCR regrets the incident that occurred during the demonstration in Pekanbaru (17 Jan). Everyone in Indonesia must respect Indonesian laws & regulations. This includes the prohibition against occupying/blocking public property.