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The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict and its Humanitarian Crisis

The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict and its Humanitarian Crisis by Francisca Pereirareviewed by Ana Grolli The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict is a complex and long-standing dispute between Armenia and Azerbaijan over the mountainous region of Nagorno-Karabakh. Understand why the humanitarian situation in the region is dire and why many Armenians are fearing potential genocide. @CC Peace News Historical Context…

Palestine – questions&answers

Palestine: questions and answers by Mafalda Azevedo Photo by Ömer Yıldız on Unsplash Who is a “Palestinian Refugee”?  In 1952, the UNRWA defined them as “persons whose normal place of residence was Palestine during the period 1 June 1946 to 15 May 1948 and who lost both home and means of livelihood as a result…

Palestine – a timeline

from 1914 to 1949 by Carolina Veloso and Inês Poças Photo by Ömer Yıldız on Unsplash 1516 – World War I (1914 – 1918) Palestine was a part of the Ottoman Empire, having developed their own Palestinian identity. During WWI, there was a growing Arab political movement to gain independence from the Ottoman Empire.  …

“Climate Refugees”

“Climate Refugees” by Ana Grolli and Marta Aragão As the effects of climate change have become increasingly apparent, a new term has emerged in the discourse surrounding migration: “climate refugees”. In this article, we explore the reasons why we should not call such individuals “climate refugees” and why more accurate and empathetic terminology is essential.…

UK’s (anti) immigration policies

UK’s (anti) immigration policies A guide on what not to do by Inês Poças From the “UK-Rwanda asylum agreement” to recent declarations on women and LGBTIQ+ asylum seekers, the UK government has been an example of horrific immigration policies. Home secretary Suella Braverman. © Reuters From the “UK-Rwanda asylum agreement” to recent declarations on women…

Queerful: Art as Resistance

A showcase of visual art celebrating queer art and artists. Their work explores all sorts of themes from mental health, queerness in oppression, colonisation, identity, among others. We invite you to reflect on these powerful and moving artwork and take a moment to support and celebrate queer people and queer people on the move.