Half A World Away: Refugees and why we should welcome them.

Imagine moving to a different country, not because you want to but because you have to – this episode on NowThis Kids, we’re talking about refugees.
Host Naomi Wadler talks us through the difference between an immigrant and a refugee. We speak with Mohamad Al Jounde, winner of the Children’s Peace Prize, who created a school in his refugee camp after fleeing Syria. Mohamad tells us how education not only helps us learn and grow, but also helps build community. How does someone become a refugee? Correspondent Alejandro Alba explains, and why we should welcome them with an open heart.
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Links:

Naomi Wadler  

Luria Freeman

Mohamad Al Jounde

Mohamad’s School - Gharsah Sweden

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Imagine moving to a different country, not because you want to but because you have to – this episode on NowThis Kids, we’re talking about refugees.

Host Naomi Wadler talks us through the difference between an immigrant and a refugee. We speak with Mohamad Al Jounde, winner of the Children’s Peace Prize, who created a school in his refugee camp after fleeing Syria. Mohamad tells us how education not only helps us learn and grow, but also helps build community. How does someone become a refugee? Correspondent Alejandro Alba explains, and why we should welcome them with an open heart.

We want to hear from you! Get in touch by sending us an email at [email protected]

Links:

Naomi Wadler  
Luria Freeman
Mohamad Al Jounde
Mohamad’s School - Gharsah Sweden

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