World Refugee Day 2002: Ghana
World Refugee Day 2002: Ghana
20 June 2002
Kids play in a neighbourhood populated mostly by Iraqi refugees. Because refugees are not allowed to work in Syria, children often must take informal jobs to help support their families.
© UNHCR/M.Bernard
Religious services were held for Muslims and Christians to mark World Refugee Day.
Government officials, diplomats, and NGO workers paid a visit to Buduburam Refugee Camp to commemorate World Refugee Day. A special concert took place with the participation of famous Ghanaian musicians.
Other activities included special radio programmes, a walkathon, football matches, an exhibition of products made by refugees.