Tag Archives: Crisis

When crisis meets crisis: refugees’ access to higher education in host countries

Providing equal access to education for refugees is a challenge across all school levels, and especially in higher education where only 3% of refugees are enrolled. The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has set an ambitious target to ensure that 15% of young refugee women and men are enrolled in higher education by 2030. This would […]

Families in Flight: Today’s International Refugee Crisis || Radcliffe Institute

The Radcliffe Institute hosts a panel discussion to explore topics of pressing global concern: refugees, forced migration, and internally displaced people. Introduction by Lizabeth Cohen, dean, Radcliffe Institute, and Howard Mumford Jones Professor of American Studies, Department of History, Harvard University Moderated by Jacqueline Bhabha (9:40), professor of the practice of health and human rights, […]

LA Wildfire Crisis: Victims Cry for Help, But US Government Neglects

LA on Fire: Los Angeles wildfire victims are facing a humanitarian crisis, with many left homeless and struggling to rebuild their lives. Despite the scale of the devastation, the US government’s response is widely criticized as inadequate. Survivors are demanding immediate aid, including emergency housing, food assistance, and mental health support. The LA Wildfire Crisis […]

The Refugee Crisis in Latin America: Perspectives from UNHCR Offices on the Frontline

In this virtual event held March 24, 2021 Fernando Flores discusses his experiences working in various UNHCR offices in Africa and throughout Latin America. ___________________________________________________________________ Mr. Flores has worked for UNHRC since 2014. From September 2017 through November 2018, he served as Associate Programme Officer for the Field Office in Dundo, Angola, providing operations, budgeting […]

Harper Lecture: Migration Trauma: Refugees and Migrants in Crisis with Aimee Hilado

Migration Trauma: Refugees and Migrants in Crisis Faculty Lecturer: Aimee Hilado There are roughly 100 million forcibly displaced refugees and migrants living across the world. Between human rights violations, global conflict, and climate change, that number continues to rise. How do these individuals cope, process their experiences, and rebuild their lives in such dire circumstances? […]

LA Wildfire Crisis: Victims Cry for Help, Insurance Companies Betray

LA Wildfire Crisis: The devastating Los Angeles wildfires have left victims reeling, desperately seeking aid. Homes are destroyed, lives are shattered, and now, insurance companies are facing accusations of betrayal. This video explores the heart-wrenching stories of those impacted by the fires, highlighting their struggles to rebuild amidst bureaucratic hurdles and denied claims. Are insurance […]

Islamic charities in action responding to the gaza humanitarian crisis

Islamic charities are on the front lines of the Gaza humanitarian crisis, providing vital aid to those in need. 🌍🤲 From emergency relief to medical assistance and food distribution, these organizations are making a difference. In this video, we explore how Islamic charities are responding with compassion and action. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, […]

Masters in Humanitarian Assistance & Crisis Management | Study Abroad Masters Programs | SIT

With this one year global Masters degree, spend a semester each in Jordan and Uganda, and 10 days in Geneva, Switzerland to learn about humanitarian policy and advocacy. To learn more about the program: https://www.graduate.sit.edu/ha masters degree,humanitarian assistance,crisis management,refugee relief,uganda,jordan,switzerland