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Refugee Myths Breakdown
Refugee Myths Breakdown
Start date: Sep 1, 2016,
End date: Jun 30, 2017
PROJECT
FINISHED
Hundreds of thousands of people have fled to Europe from repressive and conflict-laden countries this year in the largest refugee crisis since World War II. The sudden influx has sparked an urgent discussion among the European Union nations over what response is necessary to mitigate the crisis. While incredible displays of generosity and solidarity have come out of that debate, the conversation has also included talking points and narratives that are more rooted in myth than fact. Many of these false claims about the refugee and migrant crisis have been repeated in the media and online comment sections, as well as by prominent politicians in Europe. The propagation of these myths not only distorts the reality of the crisis and those caught up in it, but can also affect how states and populations move to help those in need. As an answer for this problem, a group of young people from five different countries (Poland, Finland, Latvia, Greece and Romania) decided to meet in Poland (July 2016) on an exchange called "REFUGEE MYTHS BREAKDOWN". The reason for this exchnage is to prepare a social campaign that will be coherent with their values, breaking negative stereotypes about refugees fleeing to Europe and teaching others to welcome the newcomers. This online campaign is expected to reach hundreds of other people through different media platforms.The main aim of their project is to enhance intercultural awareness, that is among the objectives of this specific key action. By breaking down the myths about refugees, that are migrating to EU countries nowadays, they will provide space for greater understanding and responsiveness to cultural and religious diversity. We are planning to reduce stereotypes and promote intercultural harmony through media and education about diversity. This project also links to the promotion and better awareness of European values: non-discrimination, tolerance, justice and solidarity. Promotion of these values is expected to raise tolerance within our societies, combat racism and xenophobia and build more solidar Europe together.Participants will jointly implement the program by using interactive methods such as discussions circles, workshops and collobarative group work. The whole process of learning will be evaluated on an ongoing basis, modified according to the needs and adapted to the profile of participants in order to ensure the best possible results achieved by non-formal education methods.