S04E09: MUSICAL CHAIRS. Refugee Movement Within The African Union

Fractured

This episode explores the complex dynamics of refugees in Africa, focusing on the dual role of countries as both hosts and sources of refugees. It delves into the historical context of colonialism, the impact of external influences on current conflicts, and the humanitarian challenges faced by host countries. The discussion highlights the plight of refugees, particularly women, and the psychological toll of violence and instability in their home countries. In this conversation, Lalla Sy discusses the multifaceted challenges faced by refugees and the role of NGOs in providing essential support. She highlights the importance of psychosocial support, the impact of climate change on displacement, and the complexities of peace and reconciliation in conflict zones. The discussion also touches on the interconnectedness of African nations and the need for good practices to foster stability in the region.

SPECIAL GUEST: Lalla Sy: Journalist.

"Fractured" is an original production of ReFOCUS Media Labs

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PRODUCTION FAMILY:

Hosts: Rasheed Ghalli, Sonia Nandzik-Herman

Production Family:

Sude Fazlollah, Eli Fazlollah, Dawoud Nouri, Rasheed Ghalli,Lotta Luley, Federico Rinaldi, Dariia Stepanova

Citizen Journalists:

Yaser Taheri, Milad Ebrahimi, Yaser Akbari, Naqib Rasuli, Mohammad Ali Alami

Mentorship: Douglas Herman

Producers: Sonia Nandzik-Herman, Douglas Herman

Graphic Design: Eli Fazlollah for designs by Eli go to: ⁠https://refocusmedialabs.org/shop⁠

MUSIC:

Theme- "Intro for Legends" by Bonkers Beat Club (Epidemic Sound)

Additional- "Mogul" by Blue Steel (Epidemic Sound)

OUR PARTNERS:

Allianz Foundation, Choose Love, Aputure, Leave No One Behind, Europe Cares, Parea Center Lesvos

SPECIAL THANKS:

To the extended ReFOCUS Family for their dedication, passion and creativity all year long. We’re not where we are today without all the effort from Florian Krauer, Louise Holm, Chryssa Kouroukli, Natalia Tsarenko, Fine Bieler, Tommaso Stingo, Nazanin Foroghi, Yaser Akbari, Dariia Stepanova, Rada Valchanova, Walker Watson, Eleonora Giacomelli, Joseph Murray, Omer Butt, Wojtek Paluch, Matthew Goncalves O’Kelly, Jennifer Perez, Jule Pehnt, Majid Bakhshi, Paul “Al” Simon, Jaime Moro Saavedra, Joëlle Hübscher, Beni Rietmann, Jakob Mayr, Jurek Edel, Francisco Ibanez, Bart Van Son, Federico Bustamente, Myriam Rey, Lotta Luley and Federico Rinaldi.

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