The migrant worker
In a heartwarming story, Lejmal Hussein reflects on the highs and lows of working as a migrant worker in Saudi Arabia for nineteen years, away from his family and his hometown of Negombo. Photography by Kannan Arunasalam.
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More great important gems unearthed. Thank you so much for sharing all with us. Magnificent work, Kannan.
This is beautiful
Thank you, Cham.