Melissa Fleming

Melissa Fleming

As head of communications and chief spokesperson for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Melissa Fleming leads communications efforts around the globe. Operating in 120 countries, UNHCR provides shelter and help for over 30 million people who have fled wars and persecution.

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Put the refugee 'crisis' in context — UNHCR

Put the refugee 'crisis' in context — UNHCR

almost 10 years ago // #AcrossBorders

If the international community worked together, refugees would no longer represent a crisis, but a group of people who have been given access to a safe and dignified life in exile. UNHCR's Melissa Fleming discusses the EU-Turkey pact and how funding will help coordinate efforts and resettlement quotas, in this #AcrossBorders guest column.