Children of Zaatari Celebrate Strength, Resilience and the World Cup

Save the Children collaborated with several youth centers active within the Zaatari refugee camp in Jordan to produce an uplifting, optimistic video along to the tune of Mohammed Assaf’s recent song ASSAF360 “Yala Yala”. Corresponding with both the World Cup festivities and World Refugee Day, which was June 20^th, the video reminds us of the true resilience of humanity. Despite their living circumstances, the video portrays the children as they dance, celebrate their favorite football teams and sing along to a song that celebrates unity, strength and triumph over adversity.

Filmed in Zaatari camp, the video displays different aspects of life within the camp. Boys dance along to the song in one of their custom-built gym spaces, or play in the camps expansive market area as they hold up signs with lyrics like “One Heart, One Love”.

For more information: Save the Children Jordan, @SaveChildrenJOR, @MohammedAssaf89

Lena Kassicieh

Lena Kassicieh, a socio-cultural researcher, journalist and photographer, brings a diverse analytical perspective to BarakaBits. Of Palestinian descent, Lena writes inspiring stories about individuals and organizations working to improve their local communities. Her love of the MENA region shines through her work, and her energy, voice and perspective have been a cornerstone of BarakaBits vision.