Boy soldier to speak

BEAH, page 1 explains in his autobiography.

Beah was rescued by UNICEF after fighting for three years. He traveled to the United States where he was placed in a foster family and began his education. In New York City, he attended the United Nations International School and later furthered his education at Oberlin College. He graduated in 2004 with a degree in politics.

Among Beah’s many appearances and accomplishments, he has spoken at the UN and met with world leaders including Bill Clinton and Nelson Mandela. He delivered a speech at the “Free Children from War” conference in Paris. Beah has written for the New York Times Magazine and has appeared on the Daily Show with Jon Stewart.

At Cabrini, in the afternoon, he will be speaking with a group of students who have read his book. Students will be given an opportunity to discuss his memoir and ask him questions related to his work. He will also be delivering a speech in the Grace Hall Atrium with Catholic Relief Services President Ken Hackett at 7 p.m.