Thursday, August 11, 2011

SuperModel Alek Wek revisits her refugee past to commemarate the 1951 U.N Refugee Convention





Alek Wek is among 60 refugees sharing personal stories on the 60th anniversary of the 1951 U.N. Refugee Convention. She says stigma should never be attached to the term "refugee," and s
hares her struggles, triumphs and advocacy work with host Michel Martin. The United Nations' Larry Yungk also discusses the intent of this week's "First Refugee Congress.

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