The Student Support Podcast
Join the Student Services Team at the University of Chester in conversations about all things Student Support and Experience. They explore issues relating to mental health, wellbeing, and navigating life at University.
The Student Support Podcast
Refugee Week and Becoming a University of Sanctuary
In this episode, we welcome Sandra Hughes (Student Experience Projects Manager) to celebrate Refugee Week and discuss the vital support for sanctuary-seeking students.
Sandra explains the terminology around displaced persons and shares the importance of using inclusive, non-judgmental language. We delve into the challenges faced by sanctuary-seeking students and how universities can be of support, including practical strategies like our Sanctuary Scholarship.
We discover what it means to become a University of Sanctuary, the role of a Student Action for Refugee group in advocating for displaced persons, and the significance of Refugee Week. Sandra shares inspiring stories and initiatives and offers actionable steps for supporting sanctuary seekers and engaging in Refugee Week activities.
Tune in for valuable insights learn how you can make a difference!
Additional Resources
- Join the Student Action for Refugees Podcast
- University of Sanctuary
- University of Chester - Sanctuary Scholarship Information
- The Helena Kennedy Foundation (HKF)
- Refugee Education UK
- Student Action for Refugees
- Chester Borough of Sanctuary
- Asylum seekers, refugees and forced migrants Cheshire East
- Race and Equality Centre (CHAWREC)
- Schwab and Westheimer
- Displaced Student Opportunities UK
- City of Sanctuary - Chester
- The Big Read for Refugee Week - Sanctuary Reading List
- The Swimmers Film
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