World Refugee Day: Angelina Jolie Calls for Greater Understanding

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At an event marking the launch of activities for World Refugee Day on June 20, UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Angelina Jolie appeared today alongside UN High Commissioner for Refugees António Guterres to call on the world to recognise millions of victims of conflict around the world not as a burden but as a potential gift. --- About the United Nations High Commission for Refugees: UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, works to protect and assist those fleeing war and persecution. Since 1950, we have helped tens of millions of people find safety and rebuild their lives. With your support, we can restore hope for many more. Read more at http://UNHCR.org UNHCR benefits from the high profile support of its Goodwill Ambassadors and celebrity friends. This includes messages and short films in support of key campaigns, events and emergency appeals, helping give powerful voice to the refugee cause. Support our work with refugees now by subscribing to this channel, liking this video and sharing it with your friends and contacts. Thanks so much for your help. Information for media: If would like you to use this video to communicate refugee stories or require B-Roll, transcripts, stills or much more information, please contact us at drozditb@unhcr.org or tibaw@unhcr.org.

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Published to Youtube on: 19/06/2009

Archived on: 12/03/2025

Original URL (may no longer be available): https://youtube.com/watch?v=P8y-fCeb0yk