For #WorldRefugeeDay get to know Yadira
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Channel: UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency · 2015 · News & Politics
“I put on roller skates for the first time in Colombia. I was seven-years-old and my skates were a gift from my sister. I was really nervous, because it’s like going to a new school where you know no one, but I kept trying. At first I practiced at home by holding on to anything that could support me, and finally my sister took me out to skate on the street. After that we went every Sunday to a roller rink. One thing led to another and I started to like it." On World Refugee Day 2015, please get to know Yadira and introduce her to your friends http://www.unhcr.org/refugeeday/yadira #WorldRefugeeDay: Millions of families have fled their homes to escape war or human rights abuses. Millions of mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers – who are also students, musicians, cooks, and so much more. Refugees are ordinary people, living through extraordinary times. Please support us introducing these remarkable individuals to others. http://rfg.ee/Ox7x9 Information for media: If you would like to use this video to communicate refugee stories or require B-Roll, transcripts, stills or much more information, please contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]. --- Keep up to date with our latest videos: https://www.youtube.com/user/unhcr?sub_confirmation=1 -- UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, works to protect and assist those fleeing war and persecution. Since 1950, we have helped tens of millions of people find safety and rebuild their lives. With your support, we can restore hope for many more. Read more at http://UNHCR.org Support our work with refugees now by subscribing to this channel, liking this video and sharing it with your friends and contacts. Thanks so much for your help.
