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Tag : refugees
Costa Rica: Conflicted Communities Within a Peaceful Country
Oct 18, 2018
While Costa Rica is famous for its beautiful beaches and nature, it is not without conflict. Many flee there from Nicaragua only to face racism, exploitation, and more. One of these areas is La Carpio, where Play for Peace recently opened a club and is working hard to unite the community.
Finding Peace at the Musselkanaal Refugee Camp: Part 1
Oct 10, 2018
In part one of a three-part series, Play for Peace regional coordinator Katrin Hünemörder visits our club at a refugee camp in Musselkanaal, Netherlands. Although recently closed, the camp was an integration success story. Part one introduces children, parents, and families of Musselkanaal experiencing Play for Peace.
#OurCommunities: The Power of Play in the Aftermath of War: Rayan Salam
Mar 16, 2018
“One of the most beautiful aspects, I think, is that it makes them feel at peace. They forget about their current troubles, what they have been through and about war. For a bit they just play." —Rayan Salam
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