July 6, 2021
81st Standing Committee – Executive Committee of the High Commissioner’s Program United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Statement on International Protection
July 6, 2021
The Holy See wishes to take this occasion to recognize the valiant role played during the Covid-19 pandemic by UNHCR staff as well as other stakeholders, many of whom have placed the service of others over ensuring their own health, safety and security. Among these courageous individuals are those engaged in government response programs as well as nongovernmental and faith-based organizations who have remained on the frontlines as essential personnel offering special attention to the needs of refugees and migrants.