Postcard, Invisible in the City: The Lives of Urban Refugees, 2010

Authors

Eckerd College
Studio at 620
Tampa Bay Refugee Task Force
Zalmaï Ahad
Hiram Ruiz

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Publication Date

12-7-2010

Keywords

postcard, photography, refugees, St. Petersburg (Fla.)

Abstract

In commemoration of Human Rights Day and in partnership with Eckerd College and Tampa Bay Refugee Task Force, the Studio@620 welcomes the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) photo exhibit "Invisible in the City: The Lives of Urban Refugees" for its Florida debut December 7-11, 2010. This international touring photo project features compelling black-and-white photographs taken by Zalmaï Ahad, a former Afghan refugee. All are invited to an exhibit reception on Thursday, December 9 from 4:30-6:30 PM. Highlights of the reception will include remarks by Hiram Ruiz, Director of Refugee Services for the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) and local refugees who will share their resettlement experiences and musical talent. Admission is free and open to the public. Exhibit on display December 7-11 during regular gallery hours, Tues-Sat 12-4 PM.

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Subject: geographic

St. Petersburg (Fla.)

Type

Postcard

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Recommended Citation

Eckerd College; Studio at 620; Tampa Bay Refugee Task Force; Ahad, Zalmaï; and Ruiz, Hiram, "Postcard, Invisible in the City: The Lives of Urban Refugees, 2010" (2010). Postcard Collection. 254.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/bdj_studioat620_postcards/254