Syrian Refugee Runs for Swedish Election
Ibrahim Kourdi, a Syrian refugee, is running for election. He arrived in Sweden ten years ago. He wants to change how people think about immigrants.
Ibrahim Kourdi came to Sweden as a refugee in 2013. He lived in temporary housing while he learned Swedish. He took courses specifically for immigrants. Kourdi is a candidate for the Social Democrats party in Nacka. He believes it is important to be involved in politics to fight against bad ideas about refugees.
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Refugee Runs in Swedish Election
Ibrahim Kourdi, a Syrian refugee, is running for the Social Democrats.
Ten Years in Sweden
Kourdi arrived in Sweden ten years ago and learned Swedish.
Swedish Courses Attended
He took courses for immigrants to learn the language.
Challenging Stereotypes
Kourdi wants to change negative views about immigrants.
Running in Nacka
He is running for election in the Nacka municipality.