Join the University of York as it celebrates becoming a ‘University of Sanctuary’.
In this event, the University of York presents the debut of its film ‘A University for All’ which tells the story of how it became a University of Sanctuary for refugees, asylum seekers, human rights defenders and those in need of humanitarian protection.
The film will be followed by a round-table discussion with some of the film participants chaired by Dr Sara de Jong of the University of York’s Migration Network. The round-table will be followed by a musical performance by the Dan Webster Band (7.30-8.00pm).
Speakers:
Dr Wayne Campbell, Academic Registrar University of York, and chair of the University of Sanctuary Monitoring and Evaluation group
Firas Chihi a refugee student who will be commencing his studies in Marketing at York in September, who has a refugee background
Sarli Nana, Migrant Organiser, Yorkshire & the Humber Region, Migrants Organise Ltd
Professor Simon Parker, University of York, Department of Politics, co-chair of the University of York Migration Network (MigNet)
Maryam Taher, former University of York Equal Access Scholar, and currently Universities of Sanctuary Coordinator, Regional Coordinator for North West England and South/West Yorkshire, City of Sanctuary UK
John Williamson, Senior Project Worker, Refugee Action York (RAY)
Eventbrite link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-university-for-all-tickets-158700594751?ref=estw
To find out more and make a donation please visit: Equal Access scholarship https://www.york.ac.uk/york-unlimited/our-priorities/student-to-shine/eas/
York Refugee Week 2021 Programme http://www.refugeeactionyork.org/refugee-week
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