Pharmacists’ contributions to displaced populations: In recognition of World Refugee Day

Every year on 20 June, World Refugee Day is observed globally to honour the strength and resilience of refugees. This year’s theme centres on solidarity with refugees – a call that goes beyond words and demands meaningful action. Solidarity means truly listening to refugees, creating space for their stories, and standing up for their right to seek safety. It also involves addressing the root causes of displacement and supporting sustainable solutions that enable safe and dignified returns.

Co-moderators:

- Robert Moss, Vice president, FIP, Netherlands

- Lucas Ercolin, Chair, Humanitarian Resilience Advisory Group, Brazil

Panellists:

- Kristina Skender, Public Health Specialist/Pharmacy Advisor, Médecins Sans Frontières, Sweden

- Yara Salam, EORE Team member, DCA, Lebanon - Kiran Ranchod, Committee member, Western Cape ICPA Regional Committee, South Africa

- Kiran Ranchod, Committee member, Western Cape ICPA Regional Committee, South Africa