10 April 2026
ACMRO has published online resources to support the celebration of World Refugee Day 2026 (WRD). WRD is celebrated internationally each year on 20 June to honour people who have been forced to flee their homes.
For Australia, this year is particularly significant. In the aftermath of World War II, as Europe emerged from widespread devastation, Australia answered a global appeal by offering hope and a new beginning to people who had lost their homes.
Beginning with a 1947 agreement to accept 4,000 refugees from Central Europe, Australia has since granted one million permanent humanitarian visas. These individuals, arriving from every corner of the world, have played a vital role in shaping modern Australia. This celebration provides an opportunity to pause and reflect on this landmark achievement and honour the million personal stories that lie behind it.
The WRD 2026 webpage includes liturgical resources for primary and secondary schools, homily notes, prayers of intercession and parish bulletin notices.
Access online resources here.