n this impactful speech at the University of Nairobi, Filippo Grandi, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, addresses the critical issue of forced displacement. Highlighting the challenges faced by refugees, including violence, extortion and human trafficking, Grandi emphasizes the need for sustainable solutions and international cooperation.

Grandi emphasized the importance of including forcibly displaced people in national systems and that humanitarian aid and development must go hand in hand from the very first days of a humanitarian response to support displaced people and the communities that host them.

He acknowledges the generosity of host countries like Kenya and stresses the importance of peace as the most effective solution to forced displacement.

Watch the full speech to learn about the innovative approaches and essential collaborations needed to tackle one of the most pressing global issues of our time.

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