LESSON PLANS

Here are a few in-class activities based on the 1979 refugee crisis. These exercises will help students understand that refugee protection involves cultural and political dimensions in addition to international law standards. 

COLD WAR POLITICS

What are the stakes of organizing a conference on Southeast Asian refugees?

TOPIC : UNITED NATIONS, COLD WAR, REFUGEES

In class discussion
30-45 min.
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CANADIAN PERCEPTIONS

How did Canadians react to the decision to welcome refugees from Southeast Asia?

TOPIC : CANADA, IMMIGRATION, REFUGEE PROTECTION

In class discussion
30-45 min.
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REFUGEE STATUS DETERMINATION

What is the difference between theory and practice in refugee status determination?

TOPIC : INTERNATIONAL LAW, HONG KONG, UNHCR, NGOs

In class discussion
45-60 min.
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