Ashlee Larsen

There are many wonderful programs that have been created to help integrate the refugees into German life. Many refugees were hesitant to share their stories or to be photographed. I spent a day with Syrian family and was told their tragic story of the journey to Germany to seek asylum. He cannot be shown along with the other refugees out of fear for their safety. The resiliency in these men, women and children are inspiring. One day I hope that these images of their faces can be published. I found within Templehoff park a community of strangers coming together with people running, biking, skating, flying kites, gardening, and even a small acrobatic training circus for the children of Berlin and the refugees.