Refugee Rights

Introduction

Refugees are people who are forced to leave their homes and countries due to armed conflict, persecution or serious human rights violations that endanger their lives and freedom. The situation of refugees is one of the most vulnerable and precarious, as they often face multiple challenges, such as lack of protection, discrimination and limited access to basic resources. The 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees and its 1967 Protocol are the key international instruments that define the rights of refugees and the obligations of States to protect them, including the principle of non-refoulement, which prohibits the return of refugees to countries where their lives or freedoms are in danger.

Refugee rights include the right to seek asylum, protection against return to dangerous situations, and access to basic services such as health, education and employment. Furthermore, refugees have the right to be treated with dignity and respect, without discrimination of any kind, and to live in conditions that allow them to integrate and rebuild their lives in security and freedom.

At IHRCG, we recognize the extreme vulnerability of refugees and are committed to defending their fundamental rights. We work to ensure that refugees receive the protection and support they need to rebuild their lives and reintegrate into new communities. This includes legal assistance in obtaining asylum, access to essential services and promoting fair and humane asylum policies. Additionally, we strive to combat the xenophobia and discrimination that refugees often face, promoting tolerance and inclusion in host communities. We believe in the dignity and worth of every person and are dedicated to building a world where the rights of refugees are respected and protected, allowing them to live in safety and dignity.

Fundamental Rights of Refugees:

  • Asylum: Protection and non-return to dangerous situations.
  • Basic services: Access to health, education and employment.
  • Integration and dignity: Live with respect and without discrimination.

Our commitment

At IHRCG, we are dedicated to defending and protecting the rights of refugees, people who are forced to leave their homes due to conflict, persecution or serious human rights violations. We recognize the extreme vulnerability of refugees and are committed to ensuring that they receive the protection and support necessary to rebuild their lives in a safe and dignified environment. We work to ensure that refugees have access to basic services, integration opportunities and a life free of discrimination and abuse.

Principles and values:

Our principles and values ​​are based on the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees and its 1967 Protocol, which establish the rights of refugees and the obligations of States to protect them. We are guided by the values ​​of dignity, respect, solidarity and justice. We believe in the importance of offering protection and support to refugees, ensuring that their rights are respected and promoted. We value diversity and work to create an inclusive and safe environment for all displaced people.

Defense and promotion

We are committed to defending and promoting the rights of refugees through various actions and programs. We offer legal assistance in obtaining asylum and protection, and facilitate access to essential services such as health, education and employment. We work to promote fair and humanitarian asylum policies and to combat xenophobia and discrimination against refugees. We carry out awareness campaigns to raise awareness in society about the situation of refugees and to promote tolerance and inclusion in host communities.

Featured cases

  • Assistance to Syrian refugees: We have provided legal support and essential services to Syrian refugees, helping them rebuild their lives in a safe environment.
  • Integration programs in Europe: We have developed initiatives in several European countries to facilitate the integration of refugees into host communities, promoting access to education and employment.
  • Campaigns against xenophobia: We have led campaigns to combat discrimination and xenophobia against refugees, promoting tolerance and inclusion.

Human rights at the ONU

If you want to obtain more information about the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and its importance in today's world, we invite you to visit the official UN page on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in Spanish.

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