The Refugee Council of Australia made the official proclamation during a National Refugee Week event on Saturday.

The multicultural celebration included sporting activities, cultural food and an official presentation to Afghani translator and Leeton resident Abdullah Nazari, who has been honoured for his humanitarian efforts.

Leeton Shire Council mayor Paul Maytom was one of the organisers behind the day, which was held to support refugee and multicultural communities in the shire.

"We are trying to build up support," councillor Maytom said.

"Some of these people have been through traumatic experiences and are continuing to suffer.

"What we need to do as a community is offer them our friendship and our help in whatever way we can."

About 120 people attended the event, which was held at the St Francis College grounds.

The theme behind this year's National Refugee Week was Restoring Hope.

Councillor Maytom said that while every refugee's journey starts with danger, it also begins with hope.

"Refugees flee their homelands not only because they fear persecution, but also because they have hope," he said.

"They hope to find freedom from persecution and safety and security for themselves and their families.

"The theme also calls attention to the role of countries, which through offering protection to refugees and providing them an opportunity to rebuild their lives, restore hope for a future free from fear, persecution, violence and insecurity."

Among the sporting activities on the day were games of volleyball and indoor soccer.

"Those that were there had a great time getting to know each other and the community," Cr Maytom said.

"They loved the day ... they could see there are people out there that care about them.

"We want the community to continue to embrace these people."