Young people escaping conflicts and natural disasters often flee to urban settings in search of economic security, food, and shelter. But they often arrive with limited resources and are vulnerable to exploitation and violence. Seen as unfairly taking jobs and resources, employers often turn them away, leaving them to rely on risky survival strategies or low-paying, unstable work in the informal economy and few prospects for an education.

The event on December 13 featured new research by the Women’s Refugee Commission on displaced young people in developing country cities. Panelists highlighted a number of successful interventions and made recommendations for UN agencies, donors, NGOs, and policymakers.

For the webcast and a summary of the event, please visit www.wilsoncenter.org/event/tapping-the-potential-displace...

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