My Journey to My New Home: Deena Khamis Yako - why I fled Iraq

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Deena Khamis Yako remembers the hardship during her journey with her family from Iraq to Iran Credit: Headshot supplied Deena Yako

In this podcast, we share the inspiring journey of Deena Khamas Yako, fleeing Iraq and living as a refugee in Iran to building a new life in Australia. Deena’s story is one of resilience and determination. Today, she serves as the Director of Community Engagement at the Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA).



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