By Alexa Telano | Manager of Development
Today, over 84 million people are displaced from their homes or countries of origin, each with an important story. The global refugee crisis continues to represent a pressing humanitarian emergency. There are more refugees today than at any other time in history. Over 40 million people have been internally displaced, and 25 million more have been forced to leave their native country. These people are victims of genocide, environmental crises, political upheaval, and repressive regimes.
In our short film, A Refugee’s Journey, Imran Mohammad details his 7-year journey, over 14,217 miles, across continents, finally leading him to make his home in Chicago, IL. His story is one of courage in the face of tragedy. A Rohingya refugee, Imran is a writer, scholar, and member of our advisory board. At 3 Generations, we are thrilled to share his recent progress and musings. In Imran’s words: “August 25 is observed as Rohingya Genocide Remembrance Day. Seven years have passed since the military regime in Myanmar launched its onslaught, forcing over 700,000 Rohingya ethnic and religious minorities into Bangladesh, a neighboring country. The genocide of Rohingya started decades ago, and it is ongoing. The current situation is worse than what my grandparents experienced, but the sad part is that what happens to the Rohingya people is not known to the world on a daily basis.”
Although the complex plight of refugees often remains in the shadows, 3 Generations will continue to advocate for refugees and honor their courage and their stories. We will do so through our existing body of stories which live on at our website and through the new focus on our Survivors of Genocide project. Unlike statistics, personal stories move the world to action. This project focuses on sharing the personal stories of survivors of genocide, including refugees, across the globe and across decades, acting as both a call for justice and a call for healing for those populations. The act of sharing their stories empowers the individual, allowing them to educate subsequent generations and raise awareness throughout the world. Through this project and our Defending Reproductive Justice campaign, we will always stand by them. Together, we can make a difference.
3G continues to spread awareness about refugees and document their stories so they receive the support and compassion they deserve. To learn more about the refugee crisis and other important issues, please visit our website, 3generations.org, sign up for our newsletter, and engage with us on social media to stay updated on 3 Generations. We thank you for your ongoing support and generosity.
By Alexa Telano | Manager of Development
By Alexa Telano | Manager of Development
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