Joseph Woldu: More Than Survivor Memoir

Escape, Hope, and the Road to a New Life

Despite the unimaginable trauma he had endured, Joseph refused to succumb to despair. With each passing day, a flicker of hope remained within his heart—a longing for freedom and a better life.

After three years of captivity, Joseph seized an opportunity to escape the rebel army. He fled into the wilderness, navigating treacherous terrain and dodging patrols. For months, he wandered alone, subsisting on whatever he could find, until he stumbled upon a group of aid workers who took him to a refugee camp in Kenya.

In the camp, Joseph began to heal, both physically and emotionally. He received medical care, counseling, and education. For the first time in years, he felt safe and supported. With the help of the International Rescue Committee, Joseph was eventually resettled in the United States, where he found a new home and a chance to rebuild his life.