UNIMED has learned several lessons from its experiences addressing refugee challenges through projects like RESCUE and inHERE. First, a one-size-fits-all approach does not work due to the complexities, and universities must play a major role in harmonizing educational paths and addressing secondary education quality to avoid social exclusion. Second, actions are needed in countries sending refugees to reduce pressure on host communities and rebuild higher education systems affected by crisis. Third, institutional efforts must be better integrated across projects and research to design effective community actions. Fourth, support is required not just for refugee students but also academic staff abroad and in host institutions through shared research and capacity building.