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At the Still Point
She sat in the narrow corridor, lost in thought. I can only guess at
how the war in Syria and life in exile have changed her.
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Alek Wek visits South Sudan
Travelling brought back difficult memories for Alek Wek, but the supermodel and former refugee was comforted by stories of resilience
In photos: Barbara Hendricks visits Malian refugees in Burkina Faso
UNHCR Honorary Lifetime Goodwill Ambassador Barbara Hendricks met with Malian refugees in Damba Camp, northern Burkina Faso, in 2012. She used her visit to highlight the plight of tens of thousands of refugees who fled from conflict in their country that year and were living in camps or settlements in neighbouring countries.
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Guor Maker returns to Juba
UNHCR High Profile Supporter and South Sudanese Olympian, Guor Maker, makes an emotional return visit to his native country