Former child soldier on his responsibilities as an Advocate for Children Affected by War

Ishmael Beah, UN Goodwill Ambassador

Ishmael Beah, UN Goodwill Ambassador

We first met Ishmael Beah as a former child soldier from Sierra Leone.

Since then, he's become a UN Goodwill Ambassador and has authored a book about his experiences during Sierra Leone's protracted civil war.

Mr. Beah is currently a UNICEF Advocate for Children Affected by War.

Gerry Adams recently asked him about his responsibilities in this position.

Duration: 4’19″

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