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There are more displaced people in the world now than ever before. Why are they displaced? What are their stories? Check out the latest version of this popular free lesson. It explores the human geography of the current refugee crisis and helps students build mapping skills. #aphug #socialstudies #refugeestories #mapping

To all humanitarians: this latest research is for you! In this article I examine the communicative ecologies of young people in protracted situations of encampment through findings from research conducted in Kakuma refugee camp (Kenya) and Za’atari refugee camp (Jordan). Understanding existing communication platforms and networks adopted by the youth in camp settings is crucial for humanitarian agencies operating in these contexts. This is useful especially to design more effective and targeted communication interventions that not only address humanitarian needs but also promote community development and enhance a sense of belonging among the youth. Ultimately, I argue the importance of understanding young people’s communication practices from an ecology perspective, in order for humanitarian agencies to engage more purposefully in strengthening community bonds among the youth through the use of communication. Read in Open Access - and happy to get your thoughts! https://lnkd.in/dQNKNxnJ #communication #refugeecamps #youngpeople #refugees #displacement #developmentcommunication #humanitariancommunication #forceddisplacement #communitydevelopment #media #communitymedia #internationaldevelopment #humanitarianwork #humanitarianassistance #humanitarianaid #socialcohesion

Dear humanitarian network members, Recognizing the vital role of local and national actors, including volunteers, in responding to and rebuilding communities in crisis, I am strongly interested in the dynamics, challenges and interplay of localisation and volunteering within the #humanitarian landscape. This is why I am conducting a research on this topic with focus on the #Greek #humanitarian space. The research is part of my dissertation for the interinstitutional MSc in Humanitarian Logistics & Crisis Management between the University of Macedonia and the International Hellenic University under the guidance of Professor Maria Drakaki. So, if you are involved in supporting humanitarian needs within #Greece by any way & want to contribute to this research you may click here to take the survey 👉https://lnkd.in/gfZW7U9X Feel free to contact me also direclty for further discussion and of course you may share the survey with any group/ organization you may consider as adequate to reply. Thank you for your time and invaluable contribution. #humanitarianlogistics #localisation #volunteering #research #MSc #humanitarianaid #crisismanagement #localactors #communityaction #civilsociety

Together with colleagues Kerstin Fisk and Patrick Schjølberg, I wrote a piece for the Centre on Migration, Policy and Society (COMPAS) blog. In the blog, we reflect on conversations had during fieldwork in #Uganda earlier this year. According to #UNHCR reports, forced displacement has tripled over the past decade, and Uganda is host to the largest #refugee population in sub-Saharan Africa. We met with various actors directly involved with refugee management and learned about how #WFP budget cuts has affected host-refugee relations. We argue that it is important to acknowledge and support existing grassroots initiatives such as community-based and refugee-led organisations, as they are crucial actors for maintaining #peace and stability and the best placed to do so. Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/dTMijwY4

🌍💧 Challenges in #Kakuma Refugee Camp ⛈ Recent heavy rains in Kakuma, #Kenya led to unexpected #flooding, impacting residents traveling between Kakuma 1 and 2. Among those affected were students, one of whom was nearly swept away by strong currents but was rescued by a classmate. They had to wait until the next day, when the waters subsided, to safely cross. This video was shot by Last Mile Climate's Communication Officer Ayuen Isaac☂ William, a student at Napata Secondary School, shares the devastating effects on #education: "Many students are now forced to transfer to other secondary schools like Kakuma Refugee Secondary School (KRSS), as their classrooms have been destroyed by the heavy rains, and they face the additional challenge of overcrowded schools." 🏫📚 ⚡ This event highlights the daily challenges faced by residents, emphasizing the need for improved infrastructure and planning in #refugee settings. 🏘 #ClimateResilience #RefugeeSupport #ClimateChange #SustainableDevelopment #HumanitarianAid #CommunitySafety #FloodPrevention #EnvironmentalAwareness #EmergencyResponse #ResilienceBuilding #WeatherImpact #GlobalWarming

Geospatial technologies, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), provide valuable insights into refugee movements, migration patterns, and critical areas. Take a look inside the World's 10 Largest Refugee Camps via this Esri Story Map: https://lnkd.in/dVt2NijQ. #WorldRefugeeDay #Migration #SolidarityForRefugees #Esri #StoryMaps

🌍 🎓 📢 NEW PROJECT: WHAT ROLE DOES CLIMATE CHANGE PLAY IN ASYLUM MIGRATION TO GERMANY? I am very pleased to support this project as a scientific advisor: In a new research and outreach project, funded by the Stiftung Umwelt und Entwicklung Nordrhein-Westfalen, the Cologne Refugee Council / Kölner Flüchtlingsrat seeks to find out whether #climate change is already a (significant) factor in the multi-causal decision-making process for forced #displacement/ asylum migration to Germany. To this end, the Refugee Council is conducting a comprehensive data collection in the form of interviews with refugees to subsequently use scientific data to examine whether the information on their (forced) migration experience is related to the effects of climate change. The Refugee Council is processing the data and results and making them available to the public. The findings will also be integrated into the educational work of the Cologne Refugee Council to provide children, young people, educators and specialists with comprehensive information and training on the topic. Find out more 👇 https://lnkd.in/e8Q98TYi

How the Solar-Powered Streetlights Are Transforming Kigeme Refugee Camp by Theogene NDATIMANA our Field coordinator in the camp. Since 2012, Mukansanga and many others have lived in Kigeme refugee Camp, where darkness once enveloped Quartier 5 of the camp after sunset, making nighttime movement unsafe especially for women and Children . Essential trips to communal facilities were met with fear due to the lack of lighting that put them in a more vulnerable position. In March 2024, the RE4RII project brought a positive change by installing 25 additional solar-powered streetlights, bringing the total to 84 streetlights in the camp. Four of these lamps were placed in Quartier IV, incredibly improving security in the area, and enabling easy movement in the area at night. Mukansanga shares that "The lights have significantly improved our overall security." These solar streetlights reduced illicit activities and provided a safer environment. Children can play outside longer, and adults can attend to evening chores without constant worry. The impact extends beyond security. This newfound mobility enhances the community’s well-being. Families visit friends without rushing back before nightfall, and social gatherings have increased, fostering a stronger sense of community. The streetlights have also made wash facilities safer and more accessible. Mukansanga shares, "Now, we can safely use the washrooms facilities at night." This is especially beneficial for the because it contributes to improving their overall hygiene and health in the camp. These solar streetlights have not only brightened the physical environment but also lifted the spirits of the residents. Mukansanga notes the stark contrast to the previous situation, feeling a sense of progress and hope for the future. The success in Quartier IV is a powerful example of how renewable energy solutions can bring meaningful change to refugee camps. As we expand these efforts to other quarters, Quartier IV stands as a testament to the profound impact that a few lights can have on the lives of many. Through this intervention of RE4R II , Quarter IV has illuminated more than just its streets; it is proof that even in the most challenging circumstances, a little light can go a long way in bringing safety, freedom, and hope to a community. #HopeNeedAction #RenewableEnergy #SolarPower #RefugeeCamp #SustainableDevelopment #RE4RII Sarah Roberts Roselyn Akinyi Walender Denise Umubyeyi Anaclet Ndahimana Timothy Kayumba Christa Kageruka Sida Solektra Rwanda Ltd Alain H Practical Action

Here's an interesting joint study that highlights the severe impacts of #drought and #climatechange on displacement in #Ethiopia and #Somalia. As environmental conditions worsen, many communities are forced to move in search of water, food, and livelihood opportunities. ⌛️ Addressing these challenges requires coordinated efforts to support both displaced populations and those at risk of #displacement, ensuring resilience and adaptation strategies are in place.💡 📚 Learn more about the findings 👉https://lnkd.in/dCR-rdh7 Mixed Migration Centre (MMC) Danish Refugee Council / Dansk Flygtningehjælp IOM - UN Migration #Migration #Resilience #Sustainability

Nour Hammash defended her master's thesis on SYRIAN REFUGEES IN JORDAN: A NEW INTERPRETATION OF FAMILY STRUCTURES AFTER DISPLACEMENT during the summer term at the Department Social Work at #GJU with great success. The thesis focuses on changes in family structures and dynamics as well as in the role attribution of four Syrian refugee couples who have been living in the Za'atari camp in Jordan since their displacement in 2012. It is about changes in cultural norms and practices that result from the necessary behavioral adjustments to life in the camp. The study focuses on how these dynamics affect the future visions of the individual respondents and what possibilities the couples see for themselves to plan a future together, in the camp or outside of it, through return or possible onward migration. The thesis is a further result of Nour Hammash, which follows our publication on family dynamics and resilience in the Za'atari refugee camp in Jordan. “This Damn War!” Family Dynamics and Resilience in the Za'atari Refugee Camp in Jordan. October 2023, Volume 48, Issue 4, pp. 286–295. DOI 10.21706/fd-48-4-286 . This text will be published in English shortly, and a new study is planned that will include the entire group surveyed.