What are you passionate about?
Basketball. I would also like to work in the humanitarian field as much as possible. I like to lead people. I know both Middle Eastern and Western cultures and am getting better at what I do every day. Learning every day, self-improvement, self-development.
What memory from the past year makes you smile?
On 12 September 2018, I was part of the biggest transfer from Samos to the mainland after being on the island for nine months. I shared this moment with 380 people (families, single men and women) and found freedom away from the island. Everybody was happy. It was the first time I had felt happy for a long time. There was a connection. People were singing and dancing. It was like New Year’s Eve. They were looking forward to the chance of having proper houses, access to healthcare and education.
What does it mean for you to be human?
Everyone should be treated like human beings. Basic needs should be met and people should be listened to. Everyone should be able to live in humane conditions. To be free. Freedom of movement, freedom of speech and basic rights, which do not exist in the camp, should apply to everyone. Everyone should be treated equally, regardless of nationality, skin colour or religion. Neutrality.