Fractured

In this compelling episode of Fractured, we delve deep into the ongoing refugee crisis at the Polish-Belarusian border. Our guest, Anna Alboth, a journalist and human rights activist, brings firsthand insights into this humanitarian disaster. Anna has been working closely with refugees affected by this crisis and provides a unique perspective on the political, social, and human rights issues at play.

Anna discusses the complex geopolitical dynamics between Poland and Belarus, and how this conflict turned vulnerable populations into political weapons. She shares stories from the ground about the harrowing conditions refugees face—trapped in no man's land, caught between militarized borders, and subjected to extreme weather, violence, and neglect. Anna highlights the work of grassroots organizations, volunteers, and activists who are stepping in where governments have fallen short.

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MUSIC: Theme- "Intro for Legends" by Bonkers Beat Club (Epidemic Sound). Additional- "Mogul" by Blue Steel (Epidemic Sound)

In this episode of Fractured we discuss the complexity of migration dynamics in West Africa, particularly focusing on Senegal and Mauritania. Monika Pronczuk, a correspondent for the Associated Press, discusses the increasing trends of migration, the push factors driving individuals to leave their homes, and the role of smugglers in facilitating these journeys. The conversation highlights the economic challenges faced by these countries, the impact of overfishing on local communities, and the cultural perspectives surrounding migration. Additionally, the discussion touches on the challenges of reporting from the region and the implications of EU policies on migration.
Fractured is a production of ReFOCUS Media Labs.Our organisation is proud to join a growing campaign "Where We Rise" to raise €1 million in solidarity with 28 other organisations engaged as frontline actors and movement builders across Europe and beyond. This money will go directly to those doing the work: providing urgent care, challenging harmful systems, and creating new models of solidarity.BECOME A PATRON- www.patreon.com/refocusmedialabsDONATE TODAY- https://www.collectiveaidngo.org/wher...FOLLOW/SHARE- @refocusmedialabsCONNECT- [email protected]

Fetisov and Lorenzo Natali award-winning investigative journalist Gabriela Ramirez, discusses her investigative journalism story "Widowed by Europe's Borders” about Sanooja's frantic fight to find her husband Sanrim, who went missing in the forest after being illegally pushed back by Lithuanian authorities. The couple from Sri Lanka, highlights the struggles faced by migrants at European borders, and the grim reality of over 30,000 deaths along Europe's borders in the past decade, most of which unfold in total obscurity.

Gabriela and our cofounder Douglas Herman delve into the ethical dilemmas of reporting on such sensitive topics, the personal connections formed during the reporting process, and the broader implications of migration policies in Europe. Gabriela emphasizes the importance of humanizing migrant stories and the ongoing fight for justice faced by families of missing migrants, and the human rights all people deserve, even after death.

FRACTURED is a production of ReFOCUS Media Labs.Our organisation is proud to join a growing campaign "Where We Rise" to raise €1 million in solidarity with 29 other organisations engaged as frontline actors and movement builders across Europe and beyond. This money will go directly to those doing the work: providing urgent care, challenging harmful systems, and creating new models of solidarity.

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This was just a brief excerpt from a much larger conversation with the an international child protection specialist and former UNICEF staff Patrizia Benvenuti. You can WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiJ84fk0FqoIn this episode of FRACTURED we return to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Our guest, Patrizia Benvenuti—who has served on multiple missions in the region—shares first-hand insights into the catastrophic conditions for civilians, especially children. She discusses the obstacles to delivering aid, the psychological toll, the targeting of civilians, and the broader implications for international law, including the situation in the West Bank.FRACTURED is a production of ReFOCUS Media LabsOur organisation is proud to join a growing campaign "Where We Rise" to raise €1 million in solidarity with 29 other organisations engaged as frontline actors and movement builders across Europe and beyond. This money will go directly to those doing the work: providing urgent care, challenging harmful systems, and creating new models of solidarity.BECOME A PATRON- www.patreon.com/refocusmedialabsDONATE TODAY- https://www.collectiveaidngo.org/wher...FOLLOW/SHARE- @refocusmedialabsCONNECT- [email protected]

This was just a brief excerpt from a much larger conversation with the an independent journalist Lydia Emmanouilidou. You can WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiJ84fk0Fqo

Two years after the tragic Pylos shipwreck that claimed over 600 lives off the Greek coast, we take a closer look at what’s changed and what hasn’t. In this episode we speak with independent journalist Lydia Emmanouilidou, who has closely investigated the incident and its aftermath. Together we explore the latest legal and political developments, including the unprecedented decision to charge 17 members of the Hellenic Coast Guard, the crucial role of survivor testimonies, and the ongoing criminalisation of asylum seekers in Greece.

Fractured is a production of ReFOCUS Media LabsOur organisation is proud to join a growing campaign "Where We Rise" to raise €1 million in solidarity with 29 other organisations engaged as frontline actors and movement builders across Europe and beyond. This money will go directly to those doing the work: providing urgent care, challenging harmful systems, and creating new models of solidarity.

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MUSIC - Theme:"Intro for Legends" by Bonkers Beat Club (Epidemic Sound): Additional: "Mogul" by Blue Steel (Epidemic Sound)

This was just a brief excerpt from a much larger conversation with Bill Van Esveld, , Associate Director of Children's Rights Division . You can WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE - https://youtu.be/6bZhSkpQn9U?feature=shared In this episode Bill Van Esveld returns to discuss the daunting challenge of rebuilding Gaza’s education system: who will lead it, how to address the lack of teachers and schools, and what it means for children when estimates say reconstruction could take up to 14 years. Fractured is a production of ReFOCUS Media Labs Our organisation is proud to join a growing campaign "Where We Rise" to raise €1 million in solidarity with 28 other organisations engaged as frontline actors and movement builders across Europe and beyond. This money will go directly to those doing the work: providing urgent care, challenging harmful systems, and creating new models of solidarity.BECOME A PATRON- www.patreon.com/refocusmedialabsDONATE TODAY- https://www.collectiveaidngo.org/wher...FOLLOW/SHARE- @refocusmedialabsCONNECT- [email protected]

MUSIC: Theme- "Intro for Legends" by Bonkers Beat Club (Epidemic Sound). Additional- "Mogul" by Blue Steel (Epidemic Sound)

This was just a brief excerpt from a much larger conversation with the journalist Lalla SY . You can WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE -    • FRACTURED S04E09: MUSICAL CHAIRS. Refugee ...  In this episode Lalla SY unpacks the complex realities of displacement in Africa, where many nations are both hosts to refugees and sources of outflow themselves. The conversation explores the legacies of colonialism, the influence of external powers on ongoing conflicts, and the humanitarian strain on host countries. Lalla highlights the specific challenges faced by women, the psychological toll of violence, and the critical role of NGOs in offering support. She also reflects on how climate change fuels displacement, the difficulties of peace and reconciliation, and the importance of cross-border solidarity and good practices to build lasting stability in the region.Fractured is a production of ReFOCUS Media LabsOur organisation is proud to join a growing campaign "Where We Rise" to raise €1 million in solidarity with 28 other organisations engaged as frontline actors and movement builders across Europe and beyond. This money will go directly to those doing the work: providing urgent care, challenging harmful systems, and creating new models of solidarity.BECOME A PATRON- www.patreon.com/refocusmedialabsDONATE TODAY- https://www.collectiveaidngo.org/wher...FOLLOW/SHARE- @refocusmedialabsCONNECT- [email protected]

MUSIC-Theme- "Intro for Legends" by Bonkers Beat Club (Epidemic Sound). Additional- "Mogul" by Blue Steel (Epidemic Sound)

This was just a brief excerpt from a much larger conversation with Duniya Aslam Khan from UNHCR. You can WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMnrTIEY1dw&list=PLIU3A1qWAMTw2W9iCAhSddO3Rq_XkWTBc&index=33

In this episode we discuss the complex issue of statelessness, particularly in Thailand. Our conversation highlights the challenges faced by stateless people, including lack of access to basic rights and services, and the importance of legal documentation. We also highlight the specific challenges faced by stateless individuals in Thailand, the cumbersome processes involved in gaining nationality, and the role of gender discrimination in perpetuating statelessness. 

Fractured is a production of ReFOCUS Media LabsOur organisation is proud to join a growing campaign "Where We Rise"to raise €1 million in solidarity with 28 other organisations engaged as frontline actors and movement builders across Europe and beyond. This money will go directly to those doing the work: providing urgent care, challenging harmful systems, and creating new models of solidarity. BECOME A PATRON- www.patreon.com/refocusmedialabsDONATE TODAY- https://www.collectiveaidngo.org/wher... FOLLOW/SHARE- @refocusmedialabs CONNECT- [email protected]

MUSIC: Theme- "Intro for Legends" by Bonkers Beat Club (Epidemic Sound) . Additional- "Mogul" by Blue Steel (Epidemic Sound)

This was just a brief excerpt from a much larger conversation with James Holeman and Abby Carpenter from Battalion Search and Rescue. You can WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE-    • FRACTURED S04E04: LOST BUT NOT FORGOTTEN. ...  In this episode, James Holeman and Abby Carpenter discuss their work with Battalion Search and Rescue, a humanitarian organization focused on finding missing migrants along the US-Mexico border. They share the origins of their organization, the challenges they face in their search operations, and the grim realities of migration, including the deadly consequences of current border policies.Fractured is a production of ReFOCUS Media LabsOur organisation is proud to join a growing campaign "Where We Rise"to raise €1 million in solidarity with 28 other organisations engaged as frontline actors and movement builders across Europe and beyond. This money will go directly to those doing the work: providing urgent care, challenging harmful systems, and creating new models of solidarity. BECOME A PATRON- www.patreon.com/refocusmedialabsDONATE TODAY- https://www.collectiveaidngo.org/wher... FOLLOW/SHARE- @refocusmedialabs CONNECT- [email protected]

MUSIC- Theme- "Intro for Legends" by Bonkers Beat Club (Epidemic Sound). Additional- "Mogul" by Blue Steel (Epidemic Sound)

This was just a brief excerpt from a much larger conversation with Petra Molnar- Attorney, Anthropoligist and Author of "The Walls Have Eyes". You can WATCH FULL EPISODE HERE-    • FRACTURED S04E02: THE WALLS HAVE EYES, Sur...  In this conversation, Petra Molnar discusses the intersection of migration and technology, focusing on the implications of surveillance technologies, data colonialism, and the automation of immigration processes. She highlights the role of Israel in the global surveillance tech market, the testing grounds for these technologies, and the politics of fear that shape migration policies. Molnar also emphasizes the need for technology to assist rather than control migrants and shares insights from her upcoming book on community resistance.Fractured is a production of ReFOCUS Media LabsOur organisation is proud to join a growing campaign "Where We Rise" to raise €1 million in solidarity with 28 other organisations engaged as frontline actors and movement builders across Europe and beyond. This money will go directly to those doing the work: providing urgent care, challenging harmful systems, and creating new models of solidarity. BECOME A PATRON- www.patreon.com/refocusmedialabsDONATE TODAY- https://www.collectiveaidngo.org/wher... FOLLOW/SHARE- @refocusmedialabs CONNECT- [email protected]

MUSIC:  Theme- "Intro for Legends" by Bonkers Beat Club (Epidemic Sound). Additional- "Mogul" by Blue Steel (Epidemic Sound)