We believe that fostering a supportive and inclusive environment is paramount to the success of our refugee student community. This roundtable discussion will bring together key stakeholders including members from Refugee Education UK and Breaking Barriers, to explore how the University can best meet the unique needs of our refugee students and promote empowerment.
About the Event
Panellists include:
- Eleftheria Ktenas: Senior education coordinator, Refugee Education UK
- Lydia Nyachieo: Higher education coordinator, Refugee Education UK
- Ilaria Tarulli: Head of languages programme, Breaking Barriers
- Sam Pordale: Research Assistant at the University of Warwick, Faith Strategic Partnership Group (FSPG), the West Midlands Combined Authority
- University of Westminster Student Union wellbeing representative
- Host/Moderator: Dr Natasha Ramachandran: Lecturer in Psychophysiology and member of the Research Centre on Peripheral Populations, University of Westminster
We aim to create a space for open dialogue and collaborative problem-solving. By bringing together a diverse range of voices, we can gain valuable insights and develop actionable strategies to better support this important community.
Your participation in this roundtable discussion is vital. By sharing your expertise, experiences, and perspectives, you can contribute directly to shaping a more supportive and inclusive environment for refugee students at the University of Westminster. Together, we can make a real difference in their educational journey and overall wellbeing.
We look forward to welcoming you to this important event!
This event is part of Westminster Conversations, sponsored by the EDI Programme "Westminster For All" with the support of the Research Centre for Peripheral Populations (RCPP) and Hub on Migration, Exile, Languages and Spaces (HOMELandS).
