Global Issues/Refugees

Welcome to Module Eight! In this module, we examine the very topical issue of refugees. How many refugees are there? What rights do they have? Who is responsible for refugees?

Begin by watching this brief introductory video:

To complete this module you will need to:
 * Learn some key terminology about Refugees.


 * Complete Activity One: Examine the Refugee Convention.


 * Complete Activity Two: Find out how many refugees there are today.


 * Complete Activity Three: Learn about the role of UNHCR in protecting refugees.


 * Complete Activity Four: Consider what it would be like to be a refugee.

You may also choose to:
 * Complete Activity Five: Write a Blog about Refugees.