Abstract
Large numbers of asylum-seeking refugee families have settled throughout the United States and in many other countries. Communities large and small have met their arrival with a range of emotions, a mix of supports, and with varying impact. This case study chronicles the journey of three families and their students from three regions of the world and explores their transition and resettlement in their new homeland. The researchers take an in-depth look at their journey and experiences. They discovered how these families accessed services and utilized supports in their respective communities, local school districts, and in the workplace. The information collected from this research may be of value to social service agencies, school districts, churches, and other organizations who may wish to adopt or expand the method of dissemination of information and broaden the scope of services and supports provided to refugee families in their respective communities.
Presenters
Patricia MarucaProfessor, School of Education, Point Loma Nazarene University, California, United States Yazmin Pineda Zapata
Associate Professor , School of Education , Point Loma Nazarene University, California, United States
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Education and Learning Worlds of Differences
KEYWORDS
Advocacy, Humanitarian Practices, Asylum-Seeking Refugees, Social Services, Social-Emotional Needs, Empowerment
