Sarah Epstein

Working for the UN Refugee Agency, UNHCR, in London. Doing media and communications. Mum of two. Of course all views my own Etc etc etc.

[UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @Refugees]

Born into a family that rebuilt their lives in Germany after fleeing conflict in Sierra Leone, football opened doors for @ToniRuediger.

Now representing Germany at the 2026 World Cup, he is part of UNHCR's Gamechanging Team, showing what is possible when refugees find safety and opportunity. Today, Toni is helping young people in Sierra Leone, the country his family once fled.

As World Refugee Day approaches, his story is a reminder that when people are given the chance they can thrive and give back to their communities.

[Sarah Epstein @sarepst]

Proud to cheer for the Refugee Paralympic Team! https://t.co/PALRDhYYJi

[UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @Refugees]

Millions of people around the world are denied the right to a nationality due to circumstances outside their control. Forced to live invisible lives and deprived of their rights.

But everyone has the right to a nationality.
Everyone has the right to say #IBelong.

[Dominique Isabelle Hyde @DominiqueHyde]

New data shows continued strong public belief in the right to seek safety from war, violence and persecution.

A heartening sign of solidarity and hope in a sometimes dark world.

More in @Refugees -@Ipsos survey results: https://t.co/Bnp4lXbfVn

#HopeAwayFromHome

[Matt Saltmarsh @MattSaltmarsh]

In many parts of the world, the human right to asylum is under threat.

We need more people around the world to show that they’re #WithRefugees.

#WorldRefugeeDay

[Dominique Isabelle Hyde @DominiqueHyde]

Proud to see UNHCR's #HopeAwayFromHome campaign shortlisted at @Cannes_Lions, among the biggest brands in the world ! 

It's an inspiring campaign calling for global solidarity and action to protect the right to seek asylum for everyone - @Refugees

https://t.co/FIZtGvlIFC

[UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @Refugees]

🆕UNHCR + @ipsos reveal that 73% of people believe those fleeing war or persecution should be able to find safety in other countries.

The survey data shows global support for the right to seek safety.

Press release: https://t.co/nkoxIJejqc

#HopeAwayFromHome

[UNHCR Representation for EU Affairs @Refugees_EU]

The 2024 #EUElections can shape how Europe treats refugees and people forced to flee.

UNHCR’s 7 calls to European Parliament candidates ⤵️

https://t.co/io0zGWJSPh

[UNHCR United States @UNHCRUSA]

Join UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador and slam poet @EmiThePoet & journalist @AnnCurry at the Kennedy Center.

This free event features poetry and conversation on the Sudan displacement crisis. #HopeAwayFromHome

📌February 29
🎟️https://t.co/uELvlfMCvY

[Sarah Epstein @sarepst]

Incredible moment at #NansenAward last night when @Refugees Ambassador MYAVI wore a special cloak made by refugees representing over 1.1m people's voices of hope and solidarity. #HopeAwayFromHome

[UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @Refugees]

"This cape is a tribute to everyone #ForcedToFlee & those taking action to defend the rights of refugees.”

At the #NansenAward, Goodwill Ambassador MIYAVI wears a cloak representing over 1.1M people who signed our #HopeAwayFromHome petition to protect the right to seek asylum.

[UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @Refugees]

“Imagine how it feels to be chased out of home.”

📢 UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Cate Blanchett and Ke Huy Quan just opened the Global #RefugeeForum with a performance of @JJ_Bola’s stunning poem “Refuge.”

[Sarah Epstein @sarepst]

Have you signed? #HopeAwayFromHome

Join over a million people calling on world leaders to protect and safeguard the right to seek asylum. @Refugees

[UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @Refugees]

✍️ One million ✍️

That’s how many people have signed our #HopeAwayFromHome petition calling on world leaders to protect and safeguard the right to seek asylum.

Add your name, and we will take this message to the Global #RefugeeForum in December.

https://t.co/aFFlw68rAk

[Sarah Epstein @sarepst]

https://t.co/HGhgs5IwSo

Sign our petition at https://t.co/rdCLtTdTBN @Refugees

[Sarah Epstein @sarepst]

Seeking asylum is a human right. It should not be a privelege for only a few. Join UNHCR's #HopeAwayFromHome campaign calling for solidarity and to protect the right to seek asylum for everyone, everywhere. sign the petition now https://t.co/rdCLtTdTBN

[UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @Refugees]

✍️ If you do just one thing today, join Cate Blanchett and sign our petition.

For too many, the right to seek asylum is under threat. Our campaign urges world leaders to honour their moral and legal obligations and protect that human right. Get involved:
https://t.co/BIqj3Ze9DZ

[Sarah Epstein @sarepst]

UNHCR #Hopeawayfromhome - Sign the petition to protect the right to seek safety from war, violence and persecution https://t.co/OL4yliUIrG

[Sarah Epstein @sarepst]

I have signed. Will you? Protect the right to seek safety from war, violence and persecution. #HopeAwayFromHome 📷https://t.co/S4pkSIp9Yp

[UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @Refugees]

⏰ The time for action is now. ⏰

Join us in calling on world leaders to share responsibility and protect the human right to seek asylum. https://t.co/lPiXStTiDA

#HopeAwayFromHome

[UN News @UN_News_Centre]

The UN @Refugees agency, UNHCR, on Wednesday launched #HopeAwayFromHome, a global campaign to rally support and firm commitments from nations to protect the rights of #ForcedToFlee conflict, violence and persecution

https://t.co/ffODYrpW2b

[NY Public Library @nypl]

Check out a list of fiction and nonfiction books by refugee writers for #WorldRefugeeDay, compiled with the help of UNHCR @Refugees. https://t.co/aadjX2jeNA

[Sarah Epstein @sarepst]

World Refugee Day: a new documentary series on finding hope away from home @YouTube https://t.co/9VDE3yP8Ra

[UNHCR News @RefugeesMedia]

UNHCR is profoundly concerned by the asylum bill introduced by the UK Government to the House of Commons today.

We urge the UK Government, and all MPs + Peers, to reconsider the Bill and pursue more humane and practical policy solutions.

Our statement:
https://t.co/naqaRhBkg9