In it for the long haul By Sara-Christine Dallain As I waited to reunite with the rest of our team in camp Iridimi, I decided to walk up a little hill to see what was beyond it. At the top, I sat a on rock and stared into the distance of eastern Chad, soaking up its unique beauty. Next to me was a donkey tied to a rock. He just stood there, staring at me. For a while it was just him and me. Peacefully accepting each other’s presence. I reminded myself where I was in the world

You inquired in one of your messages about our religious and national celebrations. We have a lot of such celebrations, and since such celebrations are commemorates certain events. I suggest to the DarFuri refugee in their camps to celebrate donkey’s day because what this friendly animal did to these people is above any imaginary. It had been used on evacuating children, old people, loaded with food and water for the fleeing convoys of the refuge seekers of DarFuri out to Cha

The team searched for a suitable donkey for the Human Rights Mobile Library. Donkeys are the main means of transportation for the refugees and their strength and stamina can be remarkable. It really makes you appreciate these beasts of burden. Our friend Rahma decides to test the librarian’s seat. #donkey #Rahma #refugees