Feeding Inspiration With the Refugee Olympic Team

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https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/refugee-olympic-team

Feeding Inspiration With the Refugee Olympic Team

These athletes are a testament to what people can overcome—but nobody should have to; hunger is manmade, and the solutions can be, too.

EMILY TYREE
Jul 26, 2024

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Talent is everywhere, and it can become greatness when it is nourished. For proof, look no further than the Refugee Olympic Team. Launched at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, the team is a symbol of hope. This year, the team is composed of 37 athletes from 15 National Olympic Committees, competing across 12 sports. To be eligible, an athlete must be a top competitor in their sport and a refugee in their host country.

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Afghanistan

After decades of conflict and growing climate stress, 24 million Afghans, or nearly 60% of the population, need help to afford food and other basic necessities. Studies have shown that a majority of the population also is dealing with mental health challenges, which can be deeply linked to hunger.

A number of athletes originally from Afghanistan are part of the Refugee Olympic Team. We’ll be rooting for them:

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