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Climate Refugees – Video for Critical Perspectives
This was a video we created for the new Critical Perspectives Curriculum, in order to inform students on climate change - the causes for climate change-related migration, the effects and statistics on the issue, and possible ways to inform oneself further and aid these vulnerable groups. We hope you find the video informative!
Climate Refugees
Below is a video investigating climate refugees and the impacts COVID has had on them. If you are interested, feel free to post comments, start discussions and search for additional resources.
Design and Technology Solutions for Refugees
This project focuses on how design and technology can be used as a tool to improve the well-being of refugees, specifically in aspects such as research, education, and communication. It also briefly outlines the Brilliant Bricks initiative which uses design and technology to develop reimagined housing. If you are interested, feel free to post comments, start discussions and search for additional resources. - Alana, Cesca, Amelia
Humanizing Refugees
Below is information regarding the humanization of refugees and the impacts COVID has had on it. If you are interested, feel free to post comments, start discussions and search for additional resources. Link to video Crossroads HK - link to website The Refugee Run LINK Simulation activity Life in a refugee camp Hunger Illness Lack of education Corruption Lack of shelter Prejudice from the community Violence against them Lack of proper documentation Inability to find jobs or get education...
Education for Refugees
This project investigates the education of refugees and the impacts the COVID-19 pandemic has had on it. If you are interested, feel free to post comments, start discussions and search for additional resources.
Vulnerability of Female Refugees
This project focuses on the vulnerability of female refugees by exploring the significant issues they face and the barriers they overcome. Female refugees are often discriminated against and viewed as passive, have little to no control over their lives and choices, and are sometimes victims of physical and psychological abuse. The project also provides additional questions to stimulate thinking and websites that may provide more information. If you are interested, feel free to post comments,...
African Refugee Crises – Part 1- Recent Action Taken
This is the first part of a piece written in February of 2019 by Teia Currimbhoy, on some of the refugee crises that were happening (and still are happening) in Africa. This first part focuses on recent events and action taken to improve the plight of refugees from Africa. While this is slightly outdated, the information and context are still relevant today. We hope you enjoy and learn from this! Recent Action Taken The African Union is made up of 55 countries in Africa, and works for...
African Refugee Crises – Part 2- Information on Crises
This is the second part of a piece written in February of 2019 by Teia Currimbhoy, on some of the refugee crises that were happening (and still are happening) in Africa. This part focuses on explaining some of the refugee crises happening in Africa. While this is slightly outdated, the information and context are still relevant today. We hope you enjoy and learn from this! Crises Here is a short description of only some of the issues currently happening in Africa. There are many more countries...
African Refugee Crises – Part 3- Conclusion
This is the third and final part of a piece written in February of 2019 by Teia Currimbhoy, on some of the refugee crises that were happening (and still are happening) in Africa. This part serves as the conclusion to the piece. While this is slightly outdated, the information and context are still relevant today. We hope you enjoy and learn from this! Conclusion, Further Sources and Possible Solutions: One of the reasons why I decided to do this research was due to my realisation of how...
End of Year Reflection (2019-20) and AGM Video
We are finally at the end of what has been a very trying academic year! While we are all relieved and looking forward to the holidays, we made sure to take some time to reflect on the work we have done this year. Despite all the challenges we faced during the year, including the COVID-19 pandemic and meeting online, we have had an immensely productive year, and have managed to pull off two great events! We did our reflection as a video, for the modified version of the Annual General Meeting...
