“There’s a clear disconnect between compassion and action,” says UNHCR’s @dominiquehcr.bsky.social . “The public still believes in the right to seek safety, but the economic backdrop and global political climate are eroding individual support." - ThreadSky

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unhcr.org • 12 days ago

“There’s a clear disconnect between compassion and action,” says UNHCR’s @dominiquehcr.bsky.social . “The public still believes in the right to seek safety, but the economic backdrop and global political climate are eroding individual support."

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unhcr.org•12 days ago

67% of people across 29 countries still support the principle of offering refuge. Support is highest in Sweden, Argentina, the Netherlands and Australia.

unhcr.org•12 days ago

But the picture is complex. Concerns about refugees’ motivations persist—62% believe most are seeking economic opportunities, not fleeing danger.

unhcr.org•12 days ago

Yet most still believe in global responsibility: 62% say wealthier nations should do more to financially support refugees.

unhcr.org•12 days ago

Meanwhile, individual action has declined—just 29% say they’ve volunteered or donated, down from 38%.

unhcr.org•12 days ago

Over 122 million are forcibly displaced today. The humanitarian system depends on a unified effort—governments, NGOs, private sector and public—to meet the rising needs.

🔗 See the full Ipsos survey results: https://unh.cr/68526cf60

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