• From Refugee to Olympian: The Inspiring Journey of Yiech Pur Biel, AS'93

  • Aug 15 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 1 min
  • Podcast

From Refugee to Olympian: The Inspiring Journey of Yiech Pur Biel, AS'93

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  • Join us for a conversation with Yiech Pur Biel, AS'23, a refugee from South Sudan who found refuge in Kenya’s Kakuma camp and discovered a passion for running. He competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics as part of the Refugee Olympic Team. A 2023 Drake graduate, Pur now serves as a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador and IOC member, advocating for displaced athletes. He aims to provide access to sport for one million young refugees this year. The conversation will be facilitated by Blake Boldon, Senior Associate Athletics Director/Franklin P. Johnson Director of the Drake Relays.

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