The Urbanization of the World's Refugees

Shadow Workforce

Most of the urban-dwelling refugees must eke out an existence in illegal or informal sectors of the economy.
Zalmai / UNHCR

Shadow Workforce
Most city refugees must eke out an existence in illegal or informal sectors of the economy. "We don't want charity," says this refugee from Burma living in Kuala Lumpur. "We don't want to beg for help. Let us work and we will take care of ourselves."

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