Nakout, a refugee from South Sudan, learns to play a popular Finnish sport: frisbee golf
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency
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Nakout Sylvia was kidnapped by a Ugandan rebel group in 2003 and was held captive for 12 years in Central Africa. As a result of the continual sexual abuse, she contracted HIV. Nakout escaped from the group and became a refugee in Finland where she is learning to play frisbee golf, a popular local sport. 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: 24/01/2020
Archived on: 12/03/2025
Original URL (may no longer be available): https://youtube.com/watch?v=UR89KW3UnS8