The World Day of Migrants and Refugees is observed worldwide on the last Sunday of September. Established by the Catholic Church in 1914 amid the refugee crisis of World War I, it initially focused on Italian migrants and has since expanded to include all nationalities. The first observance took place on February 21, 1915, and the event was renamed in 2004 to reflect its global scope. Each year, the day features a specific theme, with the 2022 theme being “Building the Future with Migrants and Refugees.” Events are organized by the Migrants and Refugees Section of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, which aims to highlight the challenges faced by vulnerable migrants, including those fleeing humanitarian emergencies and victims of human trafficking. The observance encourages prayer and support for these individuals, emphasizing the opportunities migration can provide.