44. Refugee to Refutees: Hussein Al-Baiaty

Hussein’s father once told him that, “Opportunities are like sand. If you’re not careful, you’ll lose some of it.” From fleeing Saddam Hussein’s regime and living in a tent at the Saudi Arabian borders to navigating life in America, his story will not just leave you speechless but will be a warm reminder of why, no matter what challenge you face, we should all be grateful every day. There is no “mission impossible”. Tune in now to Better Call Daddy: The Safe Space for Controversy. 

 

Connect with Hussein!

Instagram: @hussein.albaiaty 

www.instagram.com/refutees

Website: refutees.com

 

Note of hot points:

• Writing a book

• Given tent at Saudi Arabian borders

• Refugee camp became prison (many men were beat to death)

• “It’s like being in prison for a crime you didn’t commit”

• “Without hope, it’s just you and the desert” 

• Father painted like his life depended on it

• Navigating American life - getting lost on the bus, learning English

• People aren’t being welcome in America

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