Recently, we caught up with Khairo Khatib, an Al Salam School graduate currently studying at Concordia University in Montreal. A recipient of one of the Syrian Kids Foundation’s (SKF) Canadian scholarships, Khairo tells us about his journey to Al Salam, … Continued
Now that you’ve applied to study in Canada, are you worried of any culture clash? “Not at all, I lived the majority of my life in Aleppo, which is a very multi cultural city. In my school, I used to … Continued
Do you have any past regrets? “When I was in Syria, I was disconnected from my parents. I was a lost teenager that used to think that my parents disliked me . I used to skip school to hang out … Continued
“I am able to mimic drum machines and different musical instruments. It’s an art called beatboxing. I participate in various school performances usually supporting singers and other artists. Music is definitely my passion, but my top priority remains my education … Continued
“I left Syria 6 months ago because students of my age were being recruited in the army. I didn’t want to be involved in the violence committed in Syria so I decided to leave.” “What is your favourite thing about … Continued