The refugee deal forged by the European Union and Turkey in March appears to be on the verge of collapse. But in a small Greek community, Skala Sikamineas, as deeply affected as any by these new arrivals, the resolve to help newly arrived refugees has not been weakened.
Greek Village of Skala Sikamineas Remains Committed to Aiding Refugees
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One of the team for Lighthouse Relief moves the remains of a dinghy from the shore of Skala Sikamineas. They are then recycled and made into new goods. (J.Owens/VOA)
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Richard Heard is part of the Refugee Rescue team, which sets off from Skala Sikamineas to ensure the safety of refugees on their crossing from Turkey. (J. Owens/VOA)
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Vangelis Stilianou owns a restaurant in Skala Sikamineas with his brother. Like many others in Lesvos, he has been badly affected by the drop in tourism. (J. Owens/VOA)
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Andrea Montenegro is with Lighthouse Relief, which helps arriving refugees and has begun cleaning the local beaches of debris. (J. Owens/VOA)