The image shows a group of African women and children standing in front of a makeshift shelter. The shelter is made of white tarpaulin sheets and is set up behind a wire fence. The women are wearing colorful headscarves in shades of red, blue, yellow, and green. Some of the women are holding children, while others are looking at the camera. The sky is overcast and there are trees in the background. The overall mood of the image is one of poverty and hardship.