Young refugees recount their first experiences of living in the UK, in this classroom resource designed for use in Key Stage 3/4 global citizenship lessons.
These young people come from a diverse range of cultures from around the world. Secondary students can hear them talk frankly and openly about the impact that moving to the UK has had on their lives.
Useful websites
Moving Here explores, records and illustrates why people came to England and offers free access to an online catalogue of versions of original material related to migration history from local, regional and national archives, libraries and museums
Refugee Week is a UK-wide programme of arts, cultural and educational events that celebrate the contribution of refugees to the UK, and encourages a better understanding between communities
The Integration of Refugee Children
Information, guidance and examples of good practice to support the integration of refugee children - should be of interest to all professionals working in educational settings
Brighter Futures is the website of three self-advocacy groups of young asylum seekers and refugees in Newcastle, Manchester and London
