ABSTRACT
Wars, conflicts, natural disasters and economic crises have altered the character of political and economic systems around the globe. Between 1950 and 2015 the proportion of refugees in the world population remained at a steady 5.2–5.3%. However, following the civil war in Syria and the violent conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, there was an accelerated growth in the numbers of world refugees between 2010 and 2016. The large flows of humanity impose immense demands on the social systems of the host countries, especially the education systems and schools, and has stimulated serious moral and political dilemmas. A deeper investigation of refugee flows and the challenges that they represent in terms of policy, practice and leadership reveals various interesting facts. It is clear that political analysis and support across all levels of governance are crucial for refugee protection, especially for humanitarian organizations.
