On this World Refugee Day, we pause to see,
The strength of those who journey to be free.
From lands of strife, they bravely flee,
In search of hope, in search of “we.”
Through stormy seas and deserts wide,
With nothing more than hope as guide, They
carry dreams and hearts that yearn,
For peace, a place to freely turn.
But still, the world turns oft away,
From those who need a place to stay.
We must embrace, not shun or fear,
For every refugee is dear.
Their stories carved from pain and grace,
Should find a welcome, warm embrace.
In every heart, let love arise,
To see the world through their bright eyes.
Each refugee, a tale untold,
Of courage that is pure as gold. They
seek no more than what we crave,
A chance to live, to love, be brave.
To all the world, a call we send,
To hold them close, to be their friend.
To open doors, to build a new,
A world of many, strong and true.
For stigma is a shadow’s game,
It only brings unjustified shame.
Let’s cast it out, let’s bring to light,
The truth of love, the wrong of spite.
No human should be left to fend,
In lands unknown without a friend.
Let’s raise our voices, loud and clear,
To show them love, to hold them near.
Their courage lights our darkest days,
Their hope ignites our brightest rays.
Together we can build a place,
Where every refugee finds grace.
So on this day, let’s stand as one,
For every daughter, every son,
For mothers, fathers, all who roam,
Let’s make the world a welcoming home.
Call to Action
On this World Refugee Day, let us commit to doing more. Let’s embrace the refugee crisis with compassion, recognizing the humanity in every individual who seeks asylum. Stigma and fear have no place in our hearts or societies. Together, we can create a world where every refugee is loved, respected, and given the dignity they deserve. Let’s stand united and make a difference.
Composed by Joseph.k
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