Home. A place familiar to all. In every culture, in every language, it’s our safe place to shelter, nurture and rejuvenate. Even the most adventurous of us is fond of coming back home. After all, it is where the heart is.

However for so many in our world, this basic human dignity has been ripped away from them. An unprecedented 82.4 million people around the world have been forced from home as a result of persecution, conflict, violence, human rights violations or events seriously disturbing public order. Among them are nearly 25.4 million refugees, over half of whom are under the age of 18. One if every 95 people on earth has fled their home. There are also millions of stateless people, who have been denied a nationality and lack of access to basic human rights such as education, health care, employment and freedom of movement.

To not have a home is beyond the limits of thought for most of us. So what to do? Find a different way to conduct business where we can continue to provide value to our clients while also supporting our communities. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is on the ground to help and protect refugees and people displaced by violence, conflict and persecution. It provides lifesaving essentials including shelter, water, food, safety and protection while striving to ensure everyone has the right to seek asylum and fine safe refuge with the option to eventually return home, integrate or resettle.

After fleeing war or persecution, the opportunity to work and earn money is one of the most effective ways people can rebuild their lives and live in dignity. Without a proper home, it is very difficult or impossible for displaced families to find paid work. It is hard for children to concentrate on their schoolwork and homework. A good home provides protection. Children are less at risk of violence and sexual abuse. They are less likely to be forced into child labour, married off at a young age or forcibly recruited by armed groups. Without a proper home, it is difficult for people to access health care and other public services. A home ensures that displaced people have better access to humanitarian aid. Even the most basic shelter and settlements assistance can contribute to a sense of normalcy for conflict- and disaster-affected communities.

Having a home increases the opportunity for displaced families to establish strong social, economic and cultural ties with their host community. When people are included and integrated into the local community, they are more able to rebuild their lives and live in a dignified way. Let’s have some heart and make sure everyone has a home! #project2019 #globalcitizen #homeforall #jollydogood.

MISSION COMPLETE

THE CAUSE
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

OUR GOAL
$800

THE RESULTS
$1,842 given this year
$1,842 given in total through #jollydogood

The humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan has displaced an additional quarter of a million inside the country. Our small team at Jollybrowne is adding an extra $1,000 beyond the bank fees we saved.