Refugee Week at the University of Greenwich. 1 – 8 March 2024

The University of Greenwich Sanctuary Scholarship supports asylum seekers and refugees in pursuing higher education, emphasizing inclusivity and diversity. It covers tuition fees, accommodation and provides additional support for living expenses. This initiative showcases the university's commitment and supporting an inclusive academic environment.

From March 1 to 8, 2024, the University of Greenwich is celebrating Refugee Week, this year, the theme is "Home." This early celebration aligns with the academic calendar, encouraging students, faculties and guests to explore the different aspects of the realities of refugees and displaced people. Through the different events and discussions, the university community will support and will serve as the preamble of International Refugee Day on 20^th June. Please join us in this transformative week as we celebrate the strength found within belonging and finding a safe space, and a “home”.

We’d love to see you at some of our events.

Friday, 1 March  - Friday 8 March 2024 - Art Exhibition  - At The Heritage Gallery
'Kids Art for Ukraine’ - A Colourful Canvas of Hope for Ukraine's Young Artists
Soiree from 5:30 pm - Wednesday . 6th  March 2024
Heritage Gallery, Old Royal Naval College, Park Row, Greenwich, SE10 9LS

Tuesday 5^th March 2024 12:00 – 12:30 - Teams
Creating a supportive and inclusive environment at the University of Greenwich   

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/studentengagementteam/1120623

For the past two years, Greenwich's Student Peer Mentoring Scheme, led by students, has been actively creating a supportive and inclusive university environment. Pairing experienced mentors with incoming students encourages peer-to-peer guidance on academic and campus life. Diverse mentor representation ensures relatability, building understanding among students from different backgrounds.

Wednesday 6^th March 2024 – 11:00am – 12pm  -In person only
Greenwich Student Union – STAR Network- Breakfast get-together
Lower Deck, Dreadnought Building, Greenwich Campus                                                                                                                 

If you're interested in being part of the STAR network here at Greenwich and advocating for refugees within the student community, please don't wait; get in touch and complete this form now (https://forms.office.com/e/v0yN2LNuks).

On Wednesday, 6th March, from 11:00 to 12:00, we will be having a breakfast get-together at the Lower Deck to provide more information about the network, connect with those interested in being a part of it, and offer a great opportunity to ask questions and gain a better understanding of the benefits of participating in such a powerful network.

Please sign the form above to give us an idea of numbers and to receive a reminder about the breakfast meeting in March 6th.

If you want to learn more about how other local universities run their STAR network, please click here: https://star-network.org.uk/start-a-group/

Wednesday 6th March 2024 11:00– 11:30am - Teams
Entrepreneurship, Refugees and the University Sector

https://buytickets.at/studentengagementteam/1107853

Join Dr. Michael Wynn-Williams: "Entrepreneurship, Refugees, and the University Sector. " Find out more about this topic and discover opportunities for collaboration. Let's come together to actively support and amplify the entrepreneurial aspirations of refugees in our university community.

Wednesday, 6 March 2024 2pm – 3pm in person only
Screening of “The Suitcase” (5 short Films)
QA038, Queen Anne Court, Old Royal Naval College, Park Row, London SE10 9NW

Introducing "The Suitcase " (5 short Films) is part of a ground-breaking and thought-provoking art project conceived by Anastasiia Petrenko (Ana), a visionary Ukrainian student pursuing an MA in International Development at UEA (University of East Anglia).

https://buytickets.at/studentengagementteam/1116148

Wednesday, 6 March 2024 6pm – 7:30pm in person only
Launch Event - Refreshments Provided-
QA063, Queen Anne Court,Old Royal Naval College, Park Row, London SE10 9NW

https://buytickets.at/studentengagementteam/1107974

Thursday, 7 March 2024 – 12:30 – 13:15 Online - Teams
Report and Support

Join our exclusive online session hosted by the Report and Support team, where you can explore how to navigate and utilize this invaluable resource. Our team is ready to guide you on disclosing incidents, discussing reporting options, and accessing personalized assistance for various forms of harassment, such as bullying, discrimination, hate crime, and sexual misconduct.

https://buytickets.at/studentengagementteam/1107980

Friday, 8 March 2024 - 12:30-13:00 Online - Teams
“Migrant participation in urban sanctuary practices”

Join Franca Roeschert, PhD student at the Centre for Communities and Social Justice, for this session. Explore key topics and engage in discussions that contribute to our understanding of social justice and refugee experiences.

https://buytickets.at/studentengagementteam/1107987

Fri 8 Mar 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Online - Teams
Immigration Law Talk by Martina Ignatova

Martina Ignatova, a University of Greenwich alumna and Immigration Solicitor, will address asylum challenges Specializing in immigration law, she'll discuss the UK asylum process during Refugee Week, concluding the university's events.

https://buytickets.at/studentengagementteam/1107999

During Refugee Week, we will be launching our fundraising campaign to provide vital bursaries for refugee students at Greenwich University, addressing the cost of living crises. For more information, please contact Celso Lopez, Senior Student Engagement Officer, student-engagement@gre.ac.uk

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