Refugees resting in a Finnish sauna


  • Photographer
    Ilvy Njiokiktjien
  • Prize
    Honorable Mention
  • Company/Studios
    VII Photo Agency
  • Date of Photograph
    04/11/2015
  • Technical Info
    Canon EOS-1Dx, ISO 3200

HELSINKI, FINLAND: Iraqi refugees enjoy the warmth at Sauna Arla, a traditional Finnish sauna. The refugees stay in the reception centre at Kaarlenkatu, Helsinki, which is close to the sauna. The owner of the sauna, Kimmo Helisto, lets the refugees take showers and use the sauna facilities for free. It is organised by The Red Cross. Finland has been welcoming refugees for several years. In recent months rules have become more strict, because of the influx of refugees entering the country.

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