Redefining Refugee

There are nearly 80 million forcibly displaced people around the world, the highest levels of displacement ever recorded. With these record-high numbers, it is more important than ever before to learn about refugees and get involved any way we can. Redefining Refugee is a podcast by Gators for Refugee Medical Relief (GRMR). GRMR is a non-profit organization at the University of Florida, led by students passionate about the refugee crisis and dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of refugees, locally and abroad. Join us as we speak with special guests to learn more about the refugee crisis, highlight the voices of refugees, and find out how we can help. No action is too small, and together we can make a difference. Learn more at www.grmruf.org

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Redefining Refugee

The Trauma Impacting Mental Health of Refugees | Redefining Refugee S2 E2

October 28, 2021 • Season 2 • Episode 2

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Join us for our second episode of season 2 of Redefining Refugee, a podcast by Gators for Refugee Medical Relief at the University of Florida.

In this episode we speak with Dr. Omar Bah, the founder and Executive Director of the Refugee Dream Center in Rhode Island, which works to support refugees post-resettlement. As a former journalist and torture survivor from the Gambia in West Africa, Dr. Omar Bah resettled as a refugee to the United States in 2007 and has since worked extensively in the areas of global health, mental health, and trauma.

We discuss his experience as a refugee, the Refugee Dream Center's purpose, and the importance of mental health recognition among refugee communities.

Join us to increase your knowledge on refugee issues and to hear Dr. Omar Bah's story. Thanks for listening!

TW: discussions of torture, trauma, and mental health

Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com