#refugee-experience

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SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
13 hours ago

Betty Duong reflects on making history as 1st Vietnamese American supervisor in Santa Clara Co.

Betty Duong represents success and resilience among Vietnamese American children, inspired by their parents' sacrifices as refugees.
#identity
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

The Interview': Ocean Vuong was Ready to Kill. A Moment of Grace Changed His Life.

Ocean Vuong's journey from refugee to acclaimed poet exemplifies resilience and the transformative power of literature.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Writing

Revisited: From child refugee to Guardian reporter: one journalist's extraordinary story podcast

Aamna Mohdin's experience as a reporter in Calais forced her to confront her own childhood as a refugee in Kenya.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

The Interview': Ocean Vuong was Ready to Kill. A Moment of Grace Changed His Life.

Ocean Vuong's journey from refugee to acclaimed poet exemplifies resilience and the transformative power of literature.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Writing

Revisited: From child refugee to Guardian reporter: one journalist's extraordinary story podcast

Aamna Mohdin's experience as a reporter in Calais forced her to confront her own childhood as a refugee in Kenya.
more#identity
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Delusions of Paradise by Maiwand Banayee review a compelling rejection of fundamentalism

Maiwand Banayee's journey from aspiring Taliban to a life of introspection reveals the dangers of indoctrination and the search for meaning amid conflict.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Theft by Abdulrazak Gurnah review love and betrayal from the Nobel laureate

Abdulrazak Gurnah explores the lasting impacts of colonialism and refugee experiences through his storytelling.
#resilience
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

From a bombsite in Gaza to a Texas hospital: Mazyouna's journey to safety

Mazyouna's recovery reflects resilience after surviving a devastating attack that killed her siblings and left her seriously injured.
fromtime.com
9 months ago
Writing

The Massive Cultural Changes That Made Dr. Ruth Possible

Dr. Ruth Westheimer prioritized sexual pleasure, joy, and defending pleasure as a universal right, drawing from her childhood experiences
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago
Writing

Elena: A Hand Made Life by Miriam Gold review a beautifully crafted memoir of a beloved grandmother

Miriam Gold's book is deceptively simple yet powerful, blending memoir and biography to honor a resilient grandmother's tragic past and lifelong dedication to medicine.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

From a bombsite in Gaza to a Texas hospital: Mazyouna's journey to safety

Mazyouna's recovery reflects resilience after surviving a devastating attack that killed her siblings and left her seriously injured.
fromtime.com
9 months ago
Writing

The Massive Cultural Changes That Made Dr. Ruth Possible

Dr. Ruth Westheimer prioritized sexual pleasure, joy, and defending pleasure as a universal right, drawing from her childhood experiences
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago
Writing

Elena: A Hand Made Life by Miriam Gold review a beautifully crafted memoir of a beloved grandmother

Miriam Gold's book is deceptively simple yet powerful, blending memoir and biography to honor a resilient grandmother's tragic past and lifelong dedication to medicine.
more#resilience
#art
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Muslim artist Mahbuba Maqsoodi makes history in Germany DW 12/01/2024

Maqsoodi is the first female artist and contemporary artist chosen for Germany's Christmas postage stamp, marking a historic milestone.
fromColossal
2 months ago
Design

'Imagining the Future' Honors Aleksandra Kasuba's Trailblazing Installations and Environments

Aleksandra Kasuba's art blends technology with nature, reflecting her personal journey as a refugee and unique cultural experiences.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Design

Configurations in Black: a stateless Rwandan refugee makes art out of his experience

Artist Serge Alain Nitegeka's work engages with his refugee experience from the Rwandan genocide, reflecting themes of resilience and adaptability.
fromHigh Country News
3 months ago
Writing

Reenvisioning the image of immigration - High Country News

Art can be a powerful means of expression, especially for those navigating personal and cultural challenges.
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Muslim artist Mahbuba Maqsoodi makes history in Germany DW 12/01/2024

Maqsoodi is the first female artist and contemporary artist chosen for Germany's Christmas postage stamp, marking a historic milestone.
fromColossal
2 months ago
Design

'Imagining the Future' Honors Aleksandra Kasuba's Trailblazing Installations and Environments

Aleksandra Kasuba's art blends technology with nature, reflecting her personal journey as a refugee and unique cultural experiences.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Design

Configurations in Black: a stateless Rwandan refugee makes art out of his experience

Artist Serge Alain Nitegeka's work engages with his refugee experience from the Rwandan genocide, reflecting themes of resilience and adaptability.
fromHigh Country News
3 months ago
Writing

Reenvisioning the image of immigration - High Country News

Art can be a powerful means of expression, especially for those navigating personal and cultural challenges.
more#art
#literature
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

The Silence of the Choir by Mohamed Mbougar Sarr review a masterly tale of African refugees in rural Sicily

Sarr's novel explores the refugee experience, highlighting humanity, the challenges of acceptance, and the complex emotional landscape of migration.
fromwww.thelocal.se
6 months ago
Writing

From refugee poet to Swedish Academy: 'The forest accepted me faster than the people did'

Mossaed emphasizes the importance of broadening literary horizons and reflecting on her journey as a refugee writer in Sweden.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

The Silence of the Choir by Mohamed Mbougar Sarr review a masterly tale of African refugees in rural Sicily

Sarr's novel explores the refugee experience, highlighting humanity, the challenges of acceptance, and the complex emotional landscape of migration.
fromwww.thelocal.se
6 months ago
Writing

From refugee poet to Swedish Academy: 'The forest accepted me faster than the people did'

Mossaed emphasizes the importance of broadening literary horizons and reflecting on her journey as a refugee writer in Sweden.
more#literature
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

A moment that changed me: I was raised to be wary of strangers then came an unusual request

Trust can be a difficult but rewarding choice, especially in a world that promotes caution.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Opinion | What Did the World Learn From Syria?

The Syrian revolution taught the world hard lessons about governance and resilience amidst despair and hardship.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

I can't handle all this emotion': Mo Amer on using daring comedy to redefine the Palestinian experience

Mo Amer expresses cautious optimism about the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, emphasizing the need for genuine change for Palestinians.
Portland
fromPortlandTribune.com
3 months ago

From refugee to Oregon Senate majority leader, Kayse Jama focuses on finding common ground (copy)

Kayse Jama transformed from a Somali refugee to a significant political leader in Oregon, focusing on essential housing policies.
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago
Writing

"The Brutalist" 's Epic Inversion of the American Dream

The film critiques the American Dream through the story of a Jewish refugee confronting a harsh new reality in post-war America.
#immigration
fromEntrepreneur
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

He Arrived in the U.S. With $75 and Started a $1.2B Business | Entrepreneur

Payam Zamani recounts his harrowing journey as a Baha'i refugee from Iran, emphasizing the value of human rights experienced in the U.S.
fromEntrepreneur
6 months ago
Marketing

I Am a Voter: A Business Secret Helps Increase Voter Turnout | Entrepreneur

Mandana Dayani advocates for increased voter turnout through her organization, I Am a Voter, emphasizing the role of personal experiences in activism.
Miscellaneous
fromEntrepreneur
5 months ago

He Arrived in the U.S. With $75 and Started a $1.2B Business | Entrepreneur

Payam Zamani recounts his harrowing journey as a Baha'i refugee from Iran, emphasizing the value of human rights experienced in the U.S.
fromEntrepreneur
6 months ago
Marketing

I Am a Voter: A Business Secret Helps Increase Voter Turnout | Entrepreneur

Mandana Dayani advocates for increased voter turnout through her organization, I Am a Voter, emphasizing the role of personal experiences in activism.
more#immigration
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
6 months ago

Doctors at Hospital in Gaza Refugee Camp Besieged by Israel Refuse to Evacuate

The siege on operations in Gaza hospitals underscores the urgent healthcare crisis amid rising violence and the commitment of medical staff to patient care.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

A moment that changed me: the VHS tape that helped me face my father's shocking early death

The article shares a personal account of a family's journey from a refugee camp to the UK, highlighting challenges and aspirations.
Design
fromArtforum
11 months ago

DINH Q. LE (1968-2024)

Dinh Q. Lê's early life shaped his art and activism, intertwining personal experiences with broader historical and cultural narratives.
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