Melissa Fleming

Melissa Fleming

@melissarfleming - 14/03/2019

Statement by Filippo Grandi, @RefugeesChief to the #SyriaConf2019 - Supporting the future of Syria and the region: https://t.co/9D3L4hdKdi

Melissa Fleming

@melissarfleming - 14/03/2019

"The needs are becoming more, not less severe. The assets of refugees are depleted...the majority are in a situation poverty. Children continue to be, among the most heavily affected...Bright futures blighted and possibilities taken away." -@RefugeesChief #SyriaConf2019 https://t.co/JsPfw7JbH7

Melissa Fleming

@melissarfleming - 14/03/2019

"If there is a message that must come from this conference, it is that the generosity of host countries must not be taken for granted." - @RefugeesChief #SyriaConf2019 https://t.co/kq4aWdHvZL

Melissa Fleming

@melissarfleming - 14/03/2019

"Despite progress in some areas, life remains a daily struggle for Syrian refugees and the urban and rural communities who host them - their infrastructure, services and local economies remaining under immense strain." - @RefugeesChief #SyriaConf2019 https://t.co/Rvd1srfmHC

Melissa Fleming

@melissarfleming - 14/03/2019

"...but as large numbers of internally displaced people, and some refugees, are making this difficult decision and are returning home, the needs increase..."

Melissa Fleming

@melissarfleming - 14/03/2019

Returns must continue to be voluntary, well-informed, & not shaped by political considerations. Talking to refugees, placing their perspectives, rights & interests at the centre of decision-making will continue to be critical – as is humanitarian support for initial reintegration

Melissa Fleming

@melissarfleming - 14/03/2019

"...access of UNHCR and humanitarian organizations to areas of return in Syria will be essential and must be given more predictably and more broadly in order to build the confidence that is required."

Melissa Fleming

@melissarfleming - 14/03/2019

"..amidst grave destruction, areas of remaining insecurity, and lack of basic essentials, including food, medicine, jobs and water, many Syrians are returning home. Humanitarian and other agencies are doing what they can..."

Melissa Fleming

@melissarfleming - 14/03/2019

@RefugeesChief to #SyriaConf2019 "I was in Syria last week. In Damascus,Homs & rural Hama, I was struck and humbled by the extraordinary resilience of people who have lived through experiences almost beyond contemplation & yet, are determined to rebuild their lives... https://t.co/SqIezYtpaq

Melissa Fleming

@melissarfleming - 14/03/2019

We from @Refugees are so grateful for the generous support of @eu_echo so UNHCR and our partners can provide care for Syrian refugees. https://t.co/3m2l737dsE