There are currently over 26 million refugees worldwide, according to the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR).
The majority of refugees come from just five countries: Syria, Afghanistan, South Sudan, Myanmar, and Somalia.
The majority of refugees are hosted by developing countries, rather than wealthy ones.
The vast majority of refugees are in urban areas, rather than camps.
Many refugees are children: around 50% of the world's refugees are under the age of 18.
Most refugees flee to neighboring countries, rather than going to distant ones.
Many refugees have experienced trauma, including violence, persecution, and loss of loved ones.
Many refugees are highly educated and skilled, but often struggle to find work in their host countries.
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