Austin’s World Refugee Day celebration took place this past Saturday at the Bob Bullock Museum. English at Work students, teachers, and staff enjoyed great food and entertainment while meeting people from all over the world. Thank you to the museum, the Multicultural Refugee Coalition, Caritas, AAIM, and Refugee Services of Texas for hosting such a colorful and welcoming event.
Take a peek at the festivities here. Thanks to our student, Gopal, for snapping some of these photos!
Between singing, dancing, and a chance at winning the raffle, World Refugee Day kept us all on the edge of our seats.
With karaoke for the adults and face painting for the kids (and some adults too), everyone got in on the fun.
A brave audience member jumped on stage to learn a Nepali dance, but it looks like he got a little turned around!
Two of our students wore traditional Burmese dresses for the fashion show. Here they are getting ready for the catwalk.
Our photographer finally took a turn on the other side of the camera for a shot with two of his friends. Thanks again, Gopal!
Please visit www.unhcr.org for more information about refugee issues.
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