“They don’t care about us”: Voices from Kos exposing inhumane migration policies
A new Glocal Roots report on Kos documents dangerous journeys, systematic mistreatment and poor conditions for people on the move.
The Importance of Female Friendly Spaces
Three quarters of refugees worldwide are women and children. Why female friendly spaces matter and what they offer at our centre in Athens.
Racial profiling : the treatment of refugees by the police
«No matter how many years you live here, you will remain a foreigner.» How racial profiling by the police affects refugees in Greece.
Refugees Continue to Face Violent and Illegal Pushbacks off the Coast of Kos
Kos lies about five kilometres from Turkey, at the edge of the EU border. Community testimonies show that violent and illegal pushbacks continue.
The importance of Community Spaces
Community spaces give a sense of belonging, social support and room for diversity. Why they matter so much for people on the move.
The Homelessness Crisis Facing Refugees in Kos
Kos is known for beaches and nightlife. For many refugees on the island, the reality is homelessness. A look behind the tourist façade.
The Plight of Fast Fashion and How We Can Combat It
Over 100 billion garments are bought every year. What fast fashion costs people and the planet, and how slow, fair production makes a difference.
Walls, Not Welcome: The Reality of Greece’s Refugee Camps
Harsh living conditions, few resources and daily hardship: the reality of life in the prison-like refugee camps in Greece.
Navigating Womanhood as a Refugee in a Patriarchal World
Periods, bras, breastfeeding, motherhood: the challenges unique to refugee women and how our centre in Athens works to make life a little easier.
Childcare: It Takes a Village
Early childhood care gives refugee families in Athens more than education: stability, community and hope. Why childcare matters.
