In 2009 more than 18,700 asylum claims were lodged by unaccompanied minors and separated children in 71 countries, mostly from Afghan and Somali children.

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Only 1% of refugees around the world ever have the opportunity for resettlement in a third country.
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The leading states of residence of refugees admitted to the United States in 2010 were California (12%), Texas (11%), New York (6.2%), and Florida (5.8%).