Tonight I attended a reception at Oakham House, Ryerson University organized by the World University Service of Canada to celebrate the 30th year and the 1000th student under their Student Refugee Program.
The Student Refugee Program focuses on young refugees whose academic aspirations have been by conflict in their countries of origin. The program allows refugees not only to settle in Canada but also allows them to continue their postsecondary education. This is a tremendous program that has allowed 1000 refugees to contribute to Canadian society.
I had the pleasure of speaking to Marangu Njogo the Executive Director of the Windle Trust Kenya who is also a WUSC Board member. The Windle Trust Kenya is WUSC partner in Kenya helping refugees that are selected to the Student Refugee Program prepare for their Canadian adventure. Mr. Njoga and I had a very interesting talk about the sad situation that is happening in Kenya.
Anyway for those who are interested in learning more about the Student Refugee Program, please visit the WUSC website at www.wusc.ca
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