Matter SCC-129270

Adopt Proclamation declaring the month of June 2026 as "World Refugee Awareness Month" in Santa Clara County. (Lee)

Equity & Immigrant Affairs Board of Supervisors

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File: SCC-129270
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Commendation/Proclamation Printout

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The document is a proclamation from the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors declaring June 2026 as 'World Refugee Awareness Month'. It is addressed to the Board of Supervisors and is recommended for adoption by Supervisor Otto Lee.

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Proclamation to declare June 2026 as 'World Refugee Awareness Month'.
Recommended action by Supervisor Otto Lee.
Involves the Board of Supervisors including Sylvia Arenas, Betty Duong, Otto Lee, Susan Ellenberg, and Margaret Abe-Koga.
County Executive is James R. Williams.

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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Three Supervisor Otto Lee 129270 DATE: June 2, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Otto Lee, President Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: World Refugee Awareness Month RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt Proclamation declaring the month of June 2026 as "World Refugee Awareness Month" in Santa Clara County. (Lee) Board of Supervisors: Sylvia Arenas, Betty Duong, Otto Lee, Susan Ellenberg, Margaret Abe-Koga County Executive: James R. Williams Page 1 of 1

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World Refugee Awareness Month Proclamation

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The Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara proclaims June 2026 as World Refugee Awareness Month. This proclamation recognizes the challenges faced by refugees, the contributions they make to communities, and the commitment of the County to support refugees and immigrants. It highlights the work of the Refugee & Immigrant Forum of Santa Clara County and acknowledges World Refugee Day on June 20th each year.

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World Refugee Day is a moment to recognize and foster empathy for refugees.
The Refugee Act of 1980 established a national framework for welcoming refugees in the U.S.
Over 65,200 refugees from 61 countries have been assisted by local organizations in partnership with Santa Clara County.
Santa Clara County is committed to being a safe and inclusive home for refugees and immigrants.
The Refugee & Immigrant Forum has been recognized for 34 years of organizing World Refugee Day celebrations.

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Docusign Envelope ID: 8465554B-0272-8891-8380-EAF960E5D28F WHEREAS, World Refugee Day serves not only as a moment of recognition but also as an opportunity to foster empathy and understanding of the challenges faced by refugees, acknowledge their determination in rebuilding their lives, and to celebrate the meaningful contributions they bring to our cities, counties, and communities; WHEREAS, the United States Congress, through the Refugee Act of 1980, established a national framework to welcome and assist refugees, affirming the country’s commitment to humanitarian values and global responsibility; WHEREAS, the Refugee & Immigrant Forum of Santa Clara County, along with refugee-founded mutual assistance associations and voluntary resettlement agencies, has worked in partnership with the County of Santa Clara to provide a safe haven and fresh start for more than 65,200 refugees from 61 countries; WHEREAS, the County of Santa Clara has remained firmly committed to being a safe, inclusive, and welcoming home for all refugees and immigrants, recognizing the importance of diversity in strengthening the social and cultural fabric of the community; and WHEREAS, the Refugee & Immigrant...