Physical frontiers translate and change into subjective frontiers. The denial of permission to cross a border, is for a refugee or an exile, a symbolic act in defence of a certain identity. But first of all it is the denial of the inalienable right of human beings to travel freel
Author: ThePrisma
Is multiculturalism dead? An international viewpoint
Born in Brazil and having grown up in Europe with abundant experience of travelling abroad, he is able to speak 7 languages and understands the importance of appreciating different cultures. This time, he is sharing his unique perspective on Brexit and his cultural interaction. Yi ZOU Having […]
UK immigrants: hindered by pain and emotional difficulties
Many people fleeing hardships in their countries of origin, pack up, and head to Britain in search of a better life. But unexpected economic struggles, discrimination and feelings of alienation upon their arrival often lead to huge amounts of disappointment and psychological distress.
An immigrant’s fight to remain in the United Kingdom
Yadin Londono was 9 years old when he travelled to England from Colombia. Since then he has made Britain his home; it is his children’s motherland and where he has spent almost his entire life. However, 40 years after his arrival he now potentially faces deportation.
“How can they punish me and my family when I’ve already paid for what I did?”, he asks.
Spanish speakers in China… beyond cultural difference
Despite the impact of globalisation and the Belt and Road, the Hispanic population remains little compared to people from the English speaking world or other Asian countries. However, this does not impede them from exploring this unknown oriental nation. Yi ZOU In recent years, the connection between China […]