The Inaugural Alan Kurdi Lecture

Showcasing the research of Sanctuary Scholars at the University of Oxford.

Migrant TikTok: The Struggle for Digital Power

Tegan Hadisi, MPhil Scholar in International Development, will explore how TikTok has transformed from a simple social media platform into a powerful digital battleground, shaping migration narratives, influencing public perception and impacting policy.

Equipping for Hard Times: Invisible University for Ukraine.

Yevhen Yashchuk, DPhil Scholar in History, will showcase how hybrid and flexible initiatives of education may successfully support students in the war-affected areas and create tools to make sense of the lived experiences.

Wednesday 19 February 2025, 5:30pm in the Sir Joseph Hotung Auditorium, Mansfield College. Followed by a drink’s reception.

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