The Refugee Report

In this episode of The Refugee Report Sam explains the long history of conflicts within Central America and the U.S. role in them. He breaks down drug trafficking, gang violence, and government corruption in the region. He also articulates why Central American migrates often move in caravans. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast!

Sources: http://bit.ly/3cao53P

International Rescue Committee: https://www.rescue.org/country/el-salvador

In this episode, Sam explains the ethnic cleansing campaign against the Rohingya in Myanmar. He outlines the atrocities that have been committed and the challenges faced by Rohingya refugees in new countries. Also, he breaks down why Myanmar refuses to acknowledge and stop this campaign. If you enjoy the podcast make sure you subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes.

Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R9hI9JqEwv_1SPJIXry8FGDRnHJt3owFsnj95pdZl4I/edit?usp=sharing

Charities:

The Zakat Foundation of America: https://www.zakat.org/our-work/where-we-work/myanmar

Islamic Relief USA: https://irusa.org/asia/myanmar/

Kutupalong Extension Site: https://images.app.goo.gl/TF3Pzwex6u14uu2W8

Welcome back to Refugee Report. In this episode, Harper explore education and how a lack of education amount refugee children is a ongoing crisis with a need to be solved. Furthermore, she focuses on young female refugees, and how a lack of education puts them at risk. She also uses the words of Muzoom Almellehan, who has been called “Malala of Syria”. Muzoom is a young woman pushing for the education of refugee children in camps and is helping to inform people and break the taboos around refugees. To stay up to date with future episodes make sure you subscribe to the podcast.

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In this episode, Sam breaks down the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Venezuela. He explains the economic factors that have caused the country to destabilize and the country's political tensions. In addition, he differentiates Venezuelan migrants and refugees. To stay up to date on future episodes make sure you subscribe to the podcast.

Americares

Amnesty International

Sources

In this episode, Sam explains the unique refugee crisis in Ukraine. He discusses how the former Soviet state's rough history has produced present-day conflicts. He also breaks down why there is so little focus and attention are the crisis right now. Make sure you follow @Wartimeaide on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Also, check out our newly updated website www.wartimeaide.org. Make sure you subscribe to stay up to date with future episodes.

ICRC: https://www.icrc.org/en/where-we-work/europe-central-asia/ukraine

Sources: https://bit.ly/2LuJeKN

This episode Sam talks about the refugee crisis in Afghanistan. He explains the complex history of violence in the country and why it is the second-worst refugee crisis in the world right now. He also breaks down issues facing women and internally displaced refugees in the country. Check out the sources and videos used for this episode. They provide an even more in-depth look at Afghanistan. Also, if you enjoy the podcast please share it with a friend! Thank you for listening!

Charities:

Islamic Relief USA:

https://irusa.org/asia/afghanistan/

Malala Fund:

https://malala.org/countries/afghanistan

Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fxCC6SiPN0NFcZn7mVpS1E8Qx1SA1nqyUsTs1n67jbQ/edit?usp=sharing

In this episode, Sam talks about the ongoing conflicts and humanitarian issues in both Sudan and South Sudan. He talks about the region's fascinating history and how it has impacted current events. He specifically breaks down the ethnic and religious tensions that have created conflict.

Charities:

Save the Children: https://bit.ly/3qfpUkS

Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i9Iycv_BRZ0ZuUw2AqOqbhKS58bIyF0IZBdwGDHE-iA/edit?usp=sharing

In this episode, Sam talks about the ongoing refugee crisis and the humanitarian crisis in Yemen. He describes the history of the conflict in detail in order to explain how the refugee crisis was produced. He also articulates the challenges faced by refugees from Yemen both in the country and around the world. Issues of humanitarian concern are discussed including ongoing epidemics, the effects on children, and the burden on countries welcoming refugees from Yemen.

**Save the Children:** https://bit.ly/2KwheWO

**Islamic Relief USA:** https://irusa.org/middle-east/yemen/

Bibliography: https://bit.ly/2IVd3D3

This episode Sam discusses the refugee crisis as a whole. He explains the universal challenges faced by refugees, the difference between a refugee and migrant, and more. This episode is intended to serve as an introduction to the refugee crisis so that you can increase your understanding of refugee issues. Thank you for listening!

Bibliography:

Link: https://www.unrefugees.org/refugee-facts/what-is-a-refugee/

“What's the Difference Between a Migrant and a Refugee?” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., www.britannica.com/story/whats-the-difference-between-a-migrant-and-a-refugee.

Link: https://www.britannica.com/story/whats-the-difference-between-a-migrant-and-a-refugee#:~:text=The%20main%20difference%20is%20choice,been%20forced%20from%20their%20home.&text=Migrants%2C%20on%20the%20other%20hand,family%20or%20for%20economic%20reasons.

Borgen, Clint. “Five of the Most Predominant Stateless Groups in the World Today.” The Borgen Project, Clint Borgen Https://Borgenproject.org/Wp-Content/Uploads/The_Borgen_Project_Logo_small.Jpg, 6 Dec. 2019, borgenproject.org/stateless-groups-world-today/.

Link: https://borgenproject.org/stateless-groups-world-today/#:~:text=These%20five%20stateless%20groups%20%E2%80%94%20Rohingya,to%20end%20statelessness%20by%202024.

“Kurdistan.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., www.britannica.com/place/Kurdistan.

Link: https://www.britannica.com/place/Kurdistan

“Refugee Statistics.” USA for UNHCR, www.unrefugees.org/refugee-facts/statistics/.

Link: https://www.unrefugees.org/refugee-facts/statistics/#:~:text=26.0%20million%20refugees%20in%20the,4.2%20million%20asylum%2Dseekers.

Gasson, Kristina. “Is It Easier to Come to the U.S. and Apply for Asylum or Apply for Refugee Status From Abroad?” Www.nolo.com, Nolo, 24 Sept. 2020, www.nolo.com/l...e-status.html.

Link: https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/is-easier-the-us-apply-asylum-rather-applying-refugee-status.html

Kurzgesagt, director. Kurzgesagt - In a Nutshell - The European Refugee Crisis and Syria Explained (Re-Upload), Skye, 4 Mar. 2019, www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnT-iF0CAZk.

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnT-iF0CAZk

“Refugees Deeply - Refugee News.” The Asylum Process - Background - Refugees Deeply, www.newsdeeply.com/refugees/background/the-asylum-process.

Link: https://www.newsdeeply.com/refugees/background/the-asylum-process

Chavar, AJ and Dara Lind, directors. Why Seeking Asylum in America Is so Difficult, Vox, 12 July 2018, www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwqm8T_IFzk.

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwqm8T_IFzk

How to Apply for Asylum in the United States. Animation for Asylum Seekers, I.S. Law Firm, 2 Apr. 2018, www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXlxAruKi18.

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXlxAruKi18

“Infographic: The Screening Process for Refugee Entry into the United States.” National Archives and Records Administration, National Archives and Records Administration, obamawhitehous...united-states.

Link: https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/blog/2015/11/20/infographic-screening-process-refugee-entry-united-states

This week on the Refugee Report I sat down with Carrie Schuchardt, a co-founder of the House of Peace. Their mission is to provide physical and spiritual shelter to victims of war in the small healing community of their home. In addition, they work with their local community to provide an education for peace and to inspire a moral awakening. The House of Peace has been welcoming refugees into their home since 1990. They have helped numerous families who are victims of war with both their physical and mental wounds. If you would like to learn more about the House of Peace and how you can help go to houseofpeaceinc.org. Carrie and I discussed topics ranging from refugee rights, the current immigration climate, the international refugee crisis, and social activism. In addition, we discussed how to develop empathy for refugees through human interaction. So, without further ado, please enjoy this podcast with Carrie Schuchardt of the House of Peace.