What It Was Like Living in Sierra Leone During the Infamous War

When war broke out in Sierra Leone, Miata Koroma Ekanem was a child and was rushed into hiding as rebels invaded her neighborhood. She became a refugee and eventually landed in the United States. Today, she's a successful professional and serves on The Borgen Project's Board of Directors. Tens of millions of people have been part of The Borgen Project's global effort to downsize poverty. Learn simple ways you can be part of the movement, visit borgenproject.org.Official podcast of The Borgen Project, an international organization that fights for the world's poor. Clint Borgen and team provide an entertaining look at global issues, politics and advocacy.Learn more at borgenproject.org.