As I sit close by my friend, I can’t help but feel there is a chasm between us. Our differences are great and our ability to communicate meaningfully with words is limited. Despite these barriers, I feel a strong bond of friendship. Her gracious hospitality, patience and gentleness as …
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So close and yet worlds apart – the blessing of technology
A small candle dimly lights the room as a young boy sits in the corner with his face illuminated by the light of his cell phone, the only other source of light. This is Abdulla. This small bamboo room, part of an IDP camp block, has been his home for the past 7 years since his home was burned down …
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It's early morning. I walk along the muddy path that winds its way up the hill between the shelters in the world's largest refugee camp. I walk this route regularly and have become a familiar face for the women and children who live along the way. I see Manuela sitting in front of her shelter and …