Meet the Members

Members of the Refugee Storytellers Collective are experts in their lived experiences. They can speak to the challenges displaced people face and the contributions they make to their communities.

Members of the Refugee Storytellers Collective are available for media interviews, talks, workshops, panels, and more.

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Edafe Okporo

Edafe Okporo is a global gay rights activist and founder of Refuge America. He enjoys reading, dance, and dinner with friends.

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Uchechukwu Onwa

Uchechukwu Onwa is an organizer, trainer, leader, and movement strategist currently working as the National Civic Engagement Coordinator for Black Alliance for Just Immigration. He advocates for policies that uplift marginalized voices and creates spaces where all individuals can not only survive but thrive.

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Nominate yourself or someone you know to become a member of the Collective. We accept nominations on a rolling basis and will be in touch for an initial interview.