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Alex Aleinikoff: let's start with how we define ‘refugee'

Alex Aleinikoff: let's start with how we define ‘refugee'

Displaced
Sea. 1 Ep. 51 hr, 1 min
1 May 18
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The definition of a refugee - and how we think about the entire refugee system - needs to be changed, says Alex Aleinikoff, who was UN Deputy High Commissioner for Refugees from 2010-15. He talks to Ravi and Grant about why the definition matters, what it needs to expand to include, and how to build a humanitarian system that responds to the needs of the day. As the nature of conflict and displacement has changed, Alex brings a historical perspective to the discussion. They dive into the challenging and important issue of 'burden-sharing': how do we decide who takes on the responsibility for helping refugees? Enjoy their discussion and also check out Alex’s upcoming book, “The Arc of Protection: Towards a New International Refugee Regime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices