Sudan is the largest country in Africa. It is found in the east of Africa, it is at the edge of the Red Sea and falls between Egypt, Chad, Uganda, and six other countries. Darfur is a region in …show more content…
The government of Sudan responded by freeing Arab militias known as Janjaweed, or “devils on horseback”. Sudanese forces and Janjaweed militia attacked hundreds of villages throughout Darfur. The Janjaweed regularly destroys Darfurians by burning villages, looting economic resources, polluting water sources, and murdering, raping, and torturing civilians. Over 400 villages were completely destroyed and millions of civilians were forced to flee their …show more content…
We met up with him on his way out of one of the most dangerous camps along the border where he’d been one of the last aid workers left after the evacuations. He is obviously very moved by the dignity and beauty of the Darfurian people and it was inspiring to hear him speak of them. Ashis mentioned, “ After three years being in the camps people have a great need to express themselves creatively and to engage in entertainment. My mind started working over time about how, as a teacher and artist, I might aid in that action. So much to think about…. but for now our focus must be on their protection and safety! I truly hope that the images and words of the Darfurian people inspire the world to take action. I hope one day we can come to experience and record creative expressions that come from the joy of knowing they are safe and home as much as art is now needed to help heal and save their lives.’ ”