Stories
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The forgetting
Eight-year-old Nawfal has impeccable handwriting. But without school, he may soon become part of a lost generation.
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A brother's burden
Dak carried his disabled brother for 17 days to escape fighting in South Sudan. But it was Muon who saved them from the lion.
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The things they left behind
Conflict drove them from their homes at a moment's notice. Eight refugees from South Sudan reflect on the simple treasures they lost.
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Rescue from the Boats of Death
Pozzallo, on the Sicilian coast, wants to be a town that welcomes migrants and refugees – not corpses.
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The Long Walk Home
Nearly a year after they fled, three women and their extended family dare to return to their village. But the road ahead is filled with risks.
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Danger on the deep blue sea
As desperation mounts, more people take to the sea to find asylum or jobs. Countries should focus on saving lives, not creating deterrents.
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The Sound of Peace
Born deaf, little Abdu fled the war in Syria at age three. Now he lives in Germany, where surgery and hearing aids are transforming his world.
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Realizing my dreams
Two years ago, Hany fled Syria with his family and sought safety in Lebanon. Now a refugee, he shares his story in his own words.
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A Natural Humanitarian
After fleeing their homeland, refugees like Dr. Ahmed are volunteering to help fellow Syrians adjust to life in exile.