Book The Girl Who Embraces the Wind - The Story of a Congolese Refugee

Discover the story of Mersene, a little girl who had to separate from her family to escape the sad conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. While adapting to her new life in Brazil, she creates a game to overcome her homesickness. In a light and sensitive way, this book presents the theme of refuge to children, helping to create empathy and promote the welcome of those who arrive in a new country.

Title: The girl who embraces the wind – the story of a Congolese refugee

Author: Fernanda Paraguassu

Illustrator: Suryara Bernardi

ISBN: 978-85-92824-05-1

Pages: 40

Edition: 1

Year: 2017

Portuguese language

Finish: Staple

A BOOK SOLD, A CONTRIBUTION TO THE REFUGEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Each copy sold will have 5% of the proceeds donated to the Cáritas RJ Assistance Program for Refugees and Asylum Seekers (PARES).