Former refugee draws on lived experience to build a more welcoming community in Washington state

For Tshishiku Henry, the drive to make connections began when he was just a teenager and was forced to flee his home in the Democratic Republic of the Congo due to war, finding safety in Dzaleka refugee camp in Malawi. As a young person in the camp, Tshshiku witnessed poverty and a lack of opportunity for children and was determined to do something about it. His solution? The Children’s Arts Club, a children’s arts education and advocacy program.

Now resettled in Washington, he's taking his passion for art and community building to make the state a more welcoming place for refugees. 

Learn more at UNrefugees.org