Refunite | In Pictures: World Refugee Day 2015

Jun 22 15

During World Refugee Day on June 20 in Kakuma, the unique culture and diversity of refugees was celebrated as they showcased traditional attire, dances and skills such as hand and face painting. The theme this year was Get To Know Refugees; People Like You and Me.

celebrations — Refugees in traditional attire to mark World Refugee Day in Kakuma.

A traditional dance from the South Sudanese community in Kakuma Refugee Camp.

children — Children from the camp also joined the celebrations.

face-painting-kakuma — Children from different countries excited to have their faces painted in colors of their national flag.

US Ambassador Robert Godec and Turkana County Governor Josphat Nanok joined aid agencies in Kakuma to mark World Refugee Day.

Celebrating refugees culture and diversity: A Somali woman does hand painting using henna (dye used for cosmetic purposes)

Visitors at REFUNITE's stand in Kakuma. — Visitors at REFUNITE’s stand in Kakuma.

Women from the host community (Turkana) in traditional attire.

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