This autobiographical narrative reflects on the meaning of freedom through the lens of personal and generational transformation. Set against a backdrop of profound societal change, the author explores themes such as identity, belonging, family, and the tension between private experience and public discourse. The book combines memoir with philosophical and political reflection, offering a nuanced
Content language: English
Childhoods on the move: Young Children’s Lived Experiences of Being Between Languages and Cultures
Voluntary migration for adults is typically a conscious decision made for a better future, often driven by employment considerations. While teenage children may have limited input in migration decisions, their choices are usually restricted to either staying with the family or seeking independence. Younger children, on the other hand, are expected to follow their parents’
Clouds Over Sidra 360
UNICEF presents a pioneering virtual reality (VR) film offering an immersive journey into Zaatari camp in Jordan, narrated by Sidra, a 12-year-old Syrian refugee. Through Sidra’s perspective, viewers gain insight into the challenges and resilience of children living in displacement, highlighting the importance of humanitarian support in ensuring their well-being and future prospects.
What does it mean to be a refugee?
About 60 million people around the globe have been forced to leave their homes to escape war, violence and persecution. The majority have become Internally Displaced Persons, meaning they fled their homes but are still in their own countries. Others, referred to as refugees, sought shelter outside their own country. But what does that term
The coldest summer: three refugees’ stories
Comics. Three real-life stories of refugees from Athens and Berlin are presented, showcasing random narratives without specific climaxes. These stories are complemented by elements that delve into the geopolitical context of the refugee crisis and immigration policies in Greece and the European Union.
“We are the ones they come to when nobody can help”: Afghan smugglers’ perceptions of themselves and their communities
This paper analyses smugglers’ perceptions of themselves and their relationships with their communities in Afghanistan. Through interviews with 23 smugglers across three Afghan sites, the study focuses on micro-level dynamics, examining how smugglers see their roles in society and how these perceptions have evolved. The paper highlights that smuggling networks have a long-standing and respected
A Short Border Handbook
Border Handbook offers a concise yet critical reflection on the multifaceted nature of borders—geopolitical, cultural, and symbolic. It interrogates how borders are constructed, experienced, and contested, drawing from interdisciplinary perspectives such as political geography, migration studies, and critical theory. The text provides tools for understanding borders not only as physical demarcations but as dynamic processes
A refugee story: The Boat
This interactive graphic novel is designed to engage students in meaningful discussions through a blend of compelling storytelling and visually rich illustrations. Accompanied by supplementary creative and comprehension activities, it provides teachers with the tools and confidence to facilitate safe and insightful classroom discussions. The activities are crafted to deepen students’ understanding of the novel’s
A refugee story: The Boat (teacher resource)
This interactive graphic novel is designed to engage students in meaningful discussions through a blend of compelling storytelling and visually rich illustrations. Accompanied by supplementary creative and comprehension activities, it provides teachers with the tools and confidence to facilitate safe and insightful classroom discussions. The activities are crafted to deepen students’ understanding of the novel’s
Illegal’ traveller: An auto-ethnography of borders.
This work explores the lived experience of border crossing through an auto-ethnographic lens, focusing on the socio-political constructions of legality and identity. By situating personal narrative within broader geopolitical contexts, the author critically engages with concepts of statehood, migration, and the bureaucratic production of illegality. The study challenges dominant discourses around mobility and belonging, offering