Field visit to a refugee centre in Šid, Serbia (15 January 2016) - Main contents
The people of Serbia have shown incredible solidarity to the refugees. They have our full support
I visited Šid to express the European Union's solidarity with the refugees hosted there. To express our strong commitment to helping them. For as long as it takes. With EU funding, we are addressing the essential needs of refugees. With our humanitarian partners on the ground. In Belgrade but also in Šid and Presevo. We have also established safe spaces for the most vulnerable. Especially women and children.
Welcoming buses of refugees arriving from the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia.
Upon arrival in Šid refugees are given a hot meal and drink.
I refuse to accept that children should suffer so much in this crisis.
With our humanitarian partner UNICEF at the Child Friendly Space set up with EU funds.
Witnessing the long road of refugees transiting in Šid. Cold and tired on the train to Croatia.