The Refugee Narrative Forum (RNF) 2025
Theme: Pathways to Hope: Innovative Solutions for Refugee Challenges
Dates: 18 – 19 December 2025
Venue: Pakhuis West, Elementenstraat 25, 1014 AR Amsterdam, Netherlands
About the Forum
The Refugee Narrative Forum (RNF) brings together policymakers, humanitarian leaders, academics, innovators, and refugee voices to address some of the world’s most urgent displacement challenges. This year’s theme — Pathways to Hope — emphasizes resilience, innovation, and collaboration in tackling forced displacement caused by conflict, persecution, and climate change.
Over the course of two days, participants will engage in high-level discussions, solution-focused workshops, and storytelling sessions that bridge policy and lived experience.
Objectives
- Spotlight urgent refugee crises and their humanitarian impact.
- Explore innovative, scalable solutions for protection, inclusion, and self-reliance.
- Amplify refugee voices in shaping global responses.
- Foster cross-sector partnerships for lasting impact.
Programme Schedule
Day 1: 18 December 2025 – Understanding the Crises
Opening Ceremony
- Welcome Address – RNF Organizing Committee
- Keynote Address: Pathways to Hope – The Future of Global Refugee Protection
Session 1: Spotlight on Humanitarian Crises
- Sudan Crisis: Displacement in the Shadows of Conflict – Examining the impact of civil unrest and the needs of over 8 million displaced.
- Somalia Crisis: Climate and Conflict – A Dual Displacement Challenge – Addressing the combined effects of drought, famine, and insecurity.
- Ukraine Crisis: War on Europe’s Doorstep – Exploring integration challenges and long-term support strategies.
Panel Discussion: Global Lessons from Regional Displacement – What Works and What Must Change
Afternoon Workshops
- Leveraging Data & Technology for Refugee Protection
- Media Narratives and Refugee Representation
- Addressing Policy Gaps and Strengthening Legal Protection Frameworks
Evening Event: Stories of Resilience – Personal journeys shared through spoken word, film, and music.
Day 2: 19 December 2025 – Building Solutions
Morning Plenary: Innovations in Refugee Support – From Camps to Cities
Breakout Sessions
- Livelihood Opportunities & Skills Development
- Digital Inclusion for Refugees
- Mental Health & Psychosocial Support Innovations
- Education Without Borders – New Models for Learning Continuity
High-Level Dialogue: Forging Global Partnerships for Refugee Solutions – Featuring governments, UN agencies, NGOs, and private sector leaders.
Closing Session
- The Way Forward – RNF 2025 Action Commitments
- Farewell Address
Expected Outcomes
- Joint Declaration on innovative refugee response strategies.
- Collaboration Pledges from governments, NGOs, and private sector stakeholders.
- Best Practices Compilation for scalable pilot projects in 2026.
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