
Refugee Summit: Opening Keynote with Vicky Tennant
In an inspiring move towards global solidarity and innovative problem-solving, The Conduit Solutions Lab recently inaugurated its first Refugee Summit. Vicky Tennant, delivered a powerful opening keynote that illuminated the staggering realities and untapped opportunities within the refugee crisis.
With over 114 million individuals currently displaced worldwide, including more than 6 million refugees from Ukraine alone, the urgency of this global issue cannot be overstated. Tennant pointed out a critical paradox in how the world perceives displacement: although crises momentarily capture global attention, their prominence fades swiftly from media headlines, leaving the prolonged plight of refugees in the shadows. This transient concern, Tennant argues, overlooks the enduring nature of displacement, particularly its profound impact on the developing world.
The Refugee Summit, through its exploration of innovative solutions and collaborative strategies, showcases The Conduit’s commitment to redefining engagement with the refugee crisis. This event marks a pivotal step towards expanding our engagement with the crisis, inviting all to participate in a journey towards more inclusive, empowered, and solution-oriented global community actions.
This summit isn’t just a forum for discussion; it’s a clarion call to harness the diversity of talent and expertise towards building a future where solidarity, innovation, and collective action pave the way for sustained positive impact. Let’s heed this call, embracing the untapped potential of refugees as a pathway to global advancement and mutual benefit.
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