Integrating Migrants and Refugees at School

Dear Members,

As the winter season begins, it’s a time to reflect on the care and dedication you bring to your work every day. Your kindness and support create a sense of belonging and hope for so many students and their families.

We hope this winter break gives you the chance to rest, recharge, and enjoy time with those you love. The difference you make in your students’ lives is truly inspiring, and your efforts bring light and hope to their journeys.

Wishing you a peaceful and joyful winter break and a bright start to the new year.

The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) has just published the first ever Guidelines for Libraries Supporting Displaced Persons: Refugees, Migrants, Immigrants, Asylum Seekers.

In this time of the largest global refugee crisis since the second world war-refugee numbers have doubled since 2016 based on the Global Refugee Forum 2023, the threat of starvation facing 343 million people in 74 countries in the world, numerous active armed conflicts, poverty, climate crisis – libraries have become more than ever a shelter for the body, mind and soul when people are making difficult decisions, chosen or forced, in order to survive. Displaced persons are scattered all over the world looking for the safest place for them and their families to settle and when they move to a new country are faced with legal, cultural, educational, and economic challenges, while in need of information, guidance and support. Libraries play a key role in making these new community members feel welcome and succeed in their efforts to develop themselves, heal their traumas and move on. Guidelines for Displaced persons are more than ever needed as a go-to document for covering definitions, human rights, policies, library services and programs, ideas for staff training, ideas on building partnerships, needs assessments, evaluations of services, suggested solutions to common challenges and to hear stories on how libraries provide services to displaced persons around the world.

Access the full guidelines here: https://repository.ifla.org/server/api/core/bitstreams/ddf335f5-1db5-4ef2-979b-60e7a42a8bbe/content

Yesterday we enjoyed a wonderful, super useful webinar with Dr. Nansia Kyriakou. If you didn't make it, find the recording here.

Don't you mimss it, we start in 30 minutes :)

Register here: https://rb.gy/qtobqj

Dear members, 

This upcoming webinar, presented by Dr. Nansia Kyriakou, Coordinator of the RE.MA.C. Project, offers an in-depth overview of this innovative initiative aimed at fostering intercultural understanding and language learning in classrooms with diverse student populations. RE.MA.C. brings together native language students, migrant learners, and mainstream teachers to collaborate on shared language and intercultural tasks using technology and a blended learning model.

Participants will learn about the Erasmus+ project's goals, structure, and outcomes, including the development of teaching and learning materials inspired by thematic topics from national textbooks. These materials aim to create inclusive classrooms where diversity is celebrated and all students have equitable learning opportunities. The webinar will highlight how RE.MA.C. addresses the challenges mainstream teachers face when working with linguistically and culturally diverse students.

Dr. Kyriakou, a leading expert in multilingualism and multicultural education, will share insights from her extensive academic and professional experience. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how the project’s innovative methodologies support fair and inclusive education while promoting respect and acceptance in diverse school settings.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit and join the conversation!
 

December 11th, 2024

17:00 CET

Register now: https://rb.gy/qtobqj

Dear members,

Find the Online workshop on Stereotypes and Bias in History: Think, Feel, Care recording in the event's page 

Join our online Workshop on Inclusive Teaching this Thursday!

Discover innovative strategies to create inclusive and sensitive learning environments for multicultural classrooms, including those with refugees and cultural minorities by the hand of the expert Emma Abbate, an experienced educator and researcher specializing in Latin, History, and Geography, with extensive expertise in CLIL, ICT, and inclusive education. She is a seasoned Erasmus+ project coordinator, teacher trainer, and innovator in transnational cooperation and e-learning methodologies.

This isn’t just a webinar—it’s a workshop-style experience designed to actively engage educators in hands-on activities for fostering inclusive and sensitive teaching in multicultural classrooms. Tailored for those working with refugees and cultural minorities, this session provides practical tools and techniques to inspire empathy and critical thinking in students.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit and join the conversation!

📅 November 28th, 2024
⏰ 17:30 CET
Register now: 

https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/2ecfd745-f258-4ae8-b7e1-7716318838c6@c1cbeeb0-5d31-4074-9e38-0dbbf4343475 

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Social-emotional education (SEE) is vital for creating inclusive and supportive learning spaces, especially for migrants and refugees. 

The SEEVAL project equips educators with tools and activities that promote empathy, resilience, and emotional intelligence. With the integraton of SEE, teachers can better support students from diverse backgrounds, fostering a sense of belonging and inclusion. SEEVAL resources such as “Understanding Neurodiversity” and “Values in Action” are instrumental for building classrooms that embrace all students. Learn more here

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