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News Goodwill Ambassador

On the ground Working in the worlds most dangerous place

Sixteen years ago, 22 aid workers were killed in a bomb attack on the UN headquarters in Baghdad, Iraq. In their memory, every August 19 — the day of the attack — people across the globe mark World Hu…

Aug 15 2019
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News Rohingya Bangladesh

Going green in a Rohingya refugee camp

Sahera smiles as she sees green sprouts emerging from the soil. For her, it’s more than just the promise of fresh vegetables for her three children. It’s a reminder of home.

Aug 15 2019
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News Crisis 101 Rohingya Myanmar Bangladesh

Rohingya Refugee Crisis Explained

In late August 2017, violent attacks forced hundreds of thousands of Rohingya to flee from Myanmar to Bangladesh, in what quickly became the fastest growing refugee influx the world had seen in decade…

Aug 9 2019
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News Venezuela

What it means to be a caminante

The literal meaning of “caminante” is walker or wayfarer. But in Venezuela, a caminante is a person so desperate for a better life they will walk for weeks to find it.

Aug 7 2019
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News Resettlement United States

An Unexpected Friendship: Heather and Muzhdah

In some ways, Heather and Muzhdah are from different worlds. Heather is from Pennsylvania and Muzhdah grew up in the Middle East. But both grew up with strong family bonds and a sharp sense of humor.

Jul 29 2019
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DRC News

Meet Five People Forced to Flee the DRC

The crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has displaced millions of people. Hear five stories of refugees and IDPs who were forced to flee their homes and rebuild.

Jul 29 2019
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