Niger: A style all his own: refugee teen hairdresser grooms for life after Libya

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Style comes naturally to Tekla, and the Eritrean teenager is now matching his talent with training that is building his skills as a hairdresser. He is one of more than 500 unaccompanied minors whom UNHCR has evacuated from detention in Libya in the past two years . At a transit site in Niger, he and other youth are given time, space and support to heal wounds, recover from trauma, and begin to prepare for their future. Information for media: If you would like to use this video to communicate refugee stories or require B-Roll, transcripts, stills or much more information, please visit our media page: https://media.unhcr.org --- Keep up to date with our latest videos: https://www.youtube.com/user/unhcr?sub_confirmation=1 -- UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, works to protect and assist those fleeing war and persecution. Since 1950, we have helped tens of millions of people find safety and rebuild their lives. With your support, we can restore hope for many more. Read more at http://UNHCR.org Support our work with refugees now by subscribing to this channel, liking this video and sharing it with your friends and contacts. Thanks so much for your help.

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Published to Youtube on: 16/07/2020

Archived on: 12/03/2025

Original URL (may no longer be available): https://youtube.com/watch?v=4nfY3GDR_n8