I attended an event organized by my community, Parkdale's Legal Services at the local library. The event focused on addressing Islamophobia in Canada, the province, and the community, as well as the impact of the travel ban on refugees and immigrants. The event could have used more Muslim voices on the panel. There was only … Continue reading Organizing Against Islamophobia & the US Travel Ban
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A Snapshot of the Tibetan Refugee Crisis
I met a wonderful lady today. She's Tibetan from Nepal. She told me her story. She has two kids, a 3 year old and a 7 year old. She arrived a few years ago in Canada, without them. I asked her why. "It's too expensive to bring the kids. It's easier if I come and … Continue reading A Snapshot of the Tibetan Refugee Crisis