At Refugee Girls Worldwide (RGW), we believe that refuge means more than crossing borders; it means finding safety, dignity, and the chance to heal. Across the world, over 110 million people have been forcibly displaced, including refugees and those uprooted within their own countries. Many have lost not only their homes but also access to the healthcare systems that once sustained them.

According to the UN Refugee Agency, over 100 million people have been displaced from their homes due to conflicts and persecution. These numbers are families that have lost their homes, a child who can’t go to school, or a mother struggling to provide food and shelter to her children.

Food security, poverty, and unsustainable food systems are three deeply interconnected challenges that affect millions of people worldwide. Mounting debt, fragile food systems, and climate change continue to push vulnerable nations to the brink of survival. Addressing these issues requires understanding their root causes and implementing systemic solutions to build resilience and sustainable food systems.