Refugees International advocates for lifesaving assistance and protection for displaced people and promotes solutions to displacement crises. We do not accept any government or UN funding, ensuring the independence and credibility of our work.

There are currently 70.8 million people displaced by war, conflict, and persecution, and tens of millions more displaced by climate events. At a time when the international community’s ability to respond to these crises is stretched thin, Refugees International’s powerful advocacy helps focus the response to ensure that resources are going to those who need it most. 

Our advocacy is fearless and independent because we do not accept any government or UN funding. Our expert recommendations are highly valued by senior officials of the U.S. administration and Congress, the United Nations, and governments around the world—the very people whose decisions can bring immediate relief and lifesaving solutions to refugees.

Each year, Refugees International conducts approximately twenty field missions to identify displaced people’s needs for basic services such as food, water, healthcare, housing, access to education and protection from harm. 

Where there are needs, we witness what is lacking, we present solutions, and we demand action.