Refugee stories: Getting to know Leonard
Leonard’s tale, beginning with his escape from the Democratic Republic of the Congo through his current life in Columbus, is filled with twists and turns.
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Refugee stories: James makes up for lost time:
After spending years in a refugee camp, the Ugandan landed in Columbus ready to start anew – once he acclimated to the cold, at least.