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The Refugee Crisis in Greece ContinuesWhile many borders in Europe remain closed to those fleeing war and economic devastation, Greece, once a transit country, has now become a temporary residence for tens of thousands of refugees. As asylum seekers continue to make the journey across the Aegean Sea, conditions continue to deteriorate - as do the hopes for a future in Europe for many. Extreme overcrowding and a lack of protection and basic services has made living conditions inside many camps inhumane and unbearable.
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Arne Martin will spend approximately 4 months on foot through Europe, and arrive at the refugee camp Moria on Lesvos. Arne Martin worked as a voluntary fieldworker with A Drop in the Ocean on Lesvos in 2015 and 2016, and has been keeping track on the development of the refugee situation in Greece and in Europe. The end game of his march is to «kind of meet the refugees on their journey”, he says. Additionally, he thinks it is important to shed light on the situation to facilitate change:
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For Those Living In Limbo - Life Must Go OnAs the relocation process slows, many refugees are forced to face the reality of long-term life inside a camp. Watch how one man is reclaiming a sense a self determination through his love of food and hospitality.
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A Drop in the Ocean Founder Trude Jacobsen Wins "Bravest Women the Year" 2018Trude Jacobsen was named “the bravest woman of the year 2018” by Tara magazine. She was nominated with other well-known Norwegian finalists, Else Kåss Furuseth, Kim Friele, Lan Marie Nguyen Berg, Mia Landsem and Rita Vindholmen. Her courageous and life-changing work for people who have fled their homes to escape war and persecution gave her the award – the bravest woman of the year 2018.
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