A foundation is hitting towns with brutally honest stories about doomed migrant journeys. The Kalilu Jammeh Foundation teamed up with a Spanish partner and the Regional Youth Office for an awareness push in the North Bank Region. Events in Kerewan, following similar gatherings in Farafenni and Ngain Sanjal, featured stark video testimonies from returnees and families of those lost.
Founder Kalilu Jammeh presented his book, Journey of Misery, detailing his own harrowing experience as an irregular migrant to Spain. He warned young girls that the path is dangerously uncertain. The foundation’s secretary general, Muhamed Marong, stated that their focus is on tackling the root causes of migration and human trafficking through dialogue.
The program included a musical performance by Spain-based artist Gigi McFarlane. Organizers aim to inspire youths toward safer choices, like skills training at the University of The Gambia. Community figure Karaboulie Samusa urged youths to become ambassadors sharing these lessons.
Regional Youths Coordinator Lamin Sima praised the foundation for supporting government awareness efforts. He expressed concern over lives lost during sea crossings to Europe. Sima encouraged young people to pursue legal educational and training opportunities instead.
Founder Kalilu Jammeh presented his book, Journey of Misery, detailing his own harrowing experience as an irregular migrant to Spain. He warned young girls that the path is dangerously uncertain. The foundation’s secretary general, Muhamed Marong, stated that their focus is on tackling the root causes of migration and human trafficking through dialogue.
The program included a musical performance by Spain-based artist Gigi McFarlane. Organizers aim to inspire youths toward safer choices, like skills training at the University of The Gambia. Community figure Karaboulie Samusa urged youths to become ambassadors sharing these lessons.
Regional Youths Coordinator Lamin Sima praised the foundation for supporting government awareness efforts. He expressed concern over lives lost during sea crossings to Europe. Sima encouraged young people to pursue legal educational and training opportunities instead.
