Forging a friendship through art
After fleeing his home for Rwanda, Burundian artist Mike has made a friend for life. By Catherine Wachiaya in Kigali, Rwanda Mike Katihabuga sits perfectly still on a wooden stool. His only movement is from his right arm, deftly swinging a paintbrush over a piece of...
Iran health-care program a lifesaver for refugees in need of medical care
The Islamic Republic is one of only a few countries to provide comprehensive medical insurance for refugees on the same basis as its own citizens. By Leah Cowan in Tehran, Iran Despite being partially blind since birth, Ali Hashemi works as a garbage collector in...
Victoria city councillor inspired by his refugee past to serve community
Victoria city councillor Sharmarke Dubow wants to make his beautiful coastal city a more liveable place for everyone. It’s no surprise then that he based his 2018 electoral campaign on a vision of a more inclusive and vibrant urban community with a strong focus on...