UNHCR joins hands with the Thai private sector to open the 11th Refugee Film Festival on World Refugee Day Amid a record-breaking refugee crisis The event will be held between 17-20 June at the cinema 11 Paragon Cineplex.
UNHCR joins hands with the Thai private sector to open the 11th Refugee Film Festival on World Refugee Day Amid a record-breaking refugee crisis The event will be held between 17-20 June at the cinema 11 Paragon Cineplex.
Today, the number of people forced to flee conflict, violence, human rights violations. And persecution worldwide has surpassed 100 million, a record that has happened for the first time in history. As a result of the war in Ukraine A new wave of violence and prolonged conflicts in countries such as Ethiopia, Burkina Faso, Myanmar, Nigeria, Afghanistan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
“This 100 million statistic is a shocking and unacceptable number. We are all responsible for providing protection for those seeking safety outside their home country. and resolve all causes of forced displacement They must also give them the opportunity to build a new life permanently and with dignity.” Giuseppe de Vincentis, UN High Commissioner for Refugees in Thailand Speaking at the opening ceremony of World Refugee Day 2022
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Over 72 years, we have worked closely with all stakeholders in humanitarian action to ensure that everyone has the right to seek safety and to humanitarian protection.
On the occasion of World Refugee Day which corresponds to the 20th of June UNHCR in Thailand together with the US Embassy in Thailand, the Canadian Embassy in Thailand, the Danish Embassy in Thailand, Paragon Cineplex, Doctor Cumentary Club, TV Burapha and Plan Toys Invite everyone to show their solidarity with all sectors. to commemorate their strength and courage through work “11th Refugee Film Festival” The story of the refugees is portrayed through famous films and documentaries in various fields, selected for the audience to enjoy again in cinemas.
“In a world full of crises and complexity problems. Movies may not be able to answer everything. But movies are a medium that can generate compassion. and create an emotional connection between the audience and the characters. make stories happen to people one person in one area Travel to the perception of people in other areas. The refugee crisis is a global issue. We have been informed and visualized the hardships of refugees in many areas. A good movie can create an individual dimension of thought and emotional state. In addition to the news that sometimes seems distant and is just an abstract issue.” Kong Rithdee, Deputy Director of the Film Archive (Public Organization) Discuss the role the film plays in raising awareness of the global refugee crisis.
“The private sector plays a very important role in communication. It’s a spokesperson about working for refugees. fundraising support and promote working with all sectors As a medium, we can help global humanitarian work by delivering credible information. and promoting word-of-mouth through various channels to help transform the message into a life-changing message for refugees.” Kritsanaphon Phongthanavaranon Managing Director, TV Burapha Company Limited Discussing cooperation with UNHCR
The 11th Refugee Film Festival on the occasion of World Refugee Day will be held from June 17-20 at the cinema 11 Paragon Cineplex. with pre-registration free of charge There are 5 movies and documentaries as follows:
- Captain of Za’atari from Egypt
- Disney’s Charm Magic City of Wonders, sponsored by the US Embassy in Thailand
- Flee Supported by Documentary Club
- Life overtakes me licensed by Netflix to host a special show; and
- Wandering: A Rohingya Story A documentary that tells the story of the largest Kutubalong refugee camp in the world.
Register to watch movies before anyone else today at https://linktr.ee/rff11th There are also many special activities such as the Refugee Housing Unit display and wooden toy painting workshop for refugee children in Thailand on the 5th floor in front of the entrance to Paragon Cineplex. Lux Siam Paragon Shopping Center
This year, UNHCR invites you to stand with refugees around the world by attaching a ribbon or taking a framed photo. #WithRefugees social media to show solidarity Stand with refugees in every crisis. Follow the details of all activities on the occasion of World Refugee Day 2022 at the website. www.unhcr.org/th/world-refugee-day
