Instead of tackling one of the worst humanitarian emergencies of our time, our governments are closing their eyes and turning away. Instead of finding solutions, they’re letting fear and racism poison public debate.

We cannot stand by in silence while people’s lives and futures are destroyed.

No one seeking safety should have to risk death just to cross a border. Refugees fled bombs and persecution believing that other countries would respect their human rights, and offer them sanctuary. We cannot prove them wrong.

It’s time to speak out for refugees’ rights.

Make your voice heard: sign our pledge, then tell all your friends and family about it. Together, we’ll send a loud and clear message to world leaders at the UN in September: Refugees need safe passage, and protection through global solutions like resettlement. And they need them now.