Un réfugié is a person who has been forced to leave their home country due to persecution, war, or violence. They seek safety and protection in another country.
Imagine being a réfugié as suddenly having to move to a new school because your old school became unsafe. You had to leave everything behind and start over in a different place where you hope to find security and support.
Asile: Asylum is the legal protection granted by a country to refugees who meet specific criteria for refugee status.
Camp de réfugiés: Refugee camp is a temporary settlement where refugees live while waiting for permanent resettlement or until it is safe for them to return home.
Droit d'asile: Right of asylum refers to the principle that individuals have the right to seek refuge in another country if they fear persecution in their home country.
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