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| Buduburam Refugee Camp |
It was very interesting seeing the refugees and the musicians from the “Giving Voice to Hope” CD. Unfortunately, many of them wanted my contact information, and a few marriage proposals slipped out as well. It is difficult to tell these refugees that if they come to Canada, their life will not improve. At the same time, it is difficult seeing what the have been through. It’s a humbling experience.
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| Shadow''s Recording Studio |
We were able to go for a walk through the camp. It reminded me of other African villages/towns I have visited, with the exception that everyone who lived there is a refugee. There are many signs throughout the camp of different organizations that have supported the building of a project or structure. All in all, the cleanliness of the whole camp exceeded my expectations. I imagined it to be a World Vision commercial, with kids with big tummies crying, and having flies all around them, but it clearly was not.
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| Inside Shadow's studio. |
We were able to visit Shadow’s studio. All I could see was the room for recording, and the other small area with a computer. It was a very small and simple studio, but it works for him and the other artists. It is amazing at what they is able to accomplish with so little.
Overall, the inspiration and aspirations of the artists was overwhelming. I feel that those I talked to only want world peace, they do not ask for anything for themselves, but for the good of all the people they know. They are all very genuine in their quest to better the lives of others, and give back.