Jordan: Taking The First Step
2,207 views · Published 9 May 2016 · 2:22 · Indexed 8 November 2026
Channel: UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency · 2016 · News & Politics
Wisam’s spine was shattered after an explosion threw her from the roof of her home in Syria. She managed to get to Jordan and was taken to a hospital in the capital Amman for an operation to repair her broken vertebrae. Doctors told her that the damage to her spine meant she might never walk again. “I was shocked when I heard that,” the 22-year-old says. "I decided not to listen to them and promised myself that I would walk.” Physiotherapy sessions helped the young bride rebuild the atrophied muscles in her legs, exhausting herself during exercise sessions lasting up to three hours. “Those first steps were so sweet, but it also shook me to realize just how hard it was going to be to do something as simple as walking.” Learn more about Wisam's story: http://tracks.unhcr.org/2016/05/step-by-step/ 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.
