The University is part of a group of organisations across Plymouth working together to mark national Refugee Week and celebrate the contribution of displaced people to British society.
As part of the Refugee Week 2024 celebrations the University of Plymouth Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Team would like to invite you to the Refugee Week 2024 University Conference. Drop-in for talks, activities and to meet some of the fantastic partners that support refugees across the city.
This event is open to everyone and registration is not necessary. Come and join us for the whole event or drop in when you can and celebrate our community and the contributions that refugees and asylum seekers make to it.
Programme schedule
• 10:00 | Opening – a warm welcome!
• 10:15 | Alex Vessis – hear about the fantastic work of Devon & Cornwall Refugee Support (DCRS)
• 10:30 |
Dr Poorna Gunasekera – hear his story and explore the importance of home
• 11:00 | Learn about the University’s amazing
Law Clinic !
• 11:15 | Isatta Khallon – hear her story
• 11:30 | Homebuilding activity
• 12:00 | The English Language Centre – The Power of Education
• 12:15 | Home values activity
• 12:30 | Networking and refreshments
• 10:15 | Alex Vessis – hear about the fantastic work of Devon & Cornwall Refugee Support (DCRS)
• 10:30 |
• 11:00 | Learn about the University’s amazing
• 11:15 | Isatta Khallon – hear her story
• 11:30 | Homebuilding activity
• 12:00 | The English Language Centre – The Power of Education
• 12:15 | Home values activity
• 12:30 | Networking and refreshments
