Syrian refugee turns page on war with Holland’s only Arabic bookstore

Title: Syrian refugee turns page on war with Holland’s only Arabic bookstore Type: Article Location: Netherlands Name of Responsible Persons: Evelin Source: Middle East Eye Date: 29 June, 2017

The article discusses the journey of Samer al-Kadri from fleeing Damascus, Syria to having a bookstore in Istanbul, Turkey and in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. It also highlights how the bookshop had managed to help people in the community to come together and engage in discussions about Syria, obstacles in their lives and about everyday topics. Additionally, it mentions how funds and grants can help refugees to fulfill their dreams, like Same al-Kadri had, when he was looking for a place to open his bookshop in the Netherlands.

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