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The Long Migration Route: Exploring Social Implications for asylees in the US and Policy Creation in transit countries as a result of Immigration Patterns of African and Haitian Asylum-Seekers Traveling Through Latin America to the United States
Get PDFThe number of asylum-seekers from African nations and Haiti traveling from their origin countries, through Latin America, and then to the United States is increasing. This capstone explores why Africans and Haitians are choosing to embark on this journey, what the experience is like for the asylum-seekers (including mapping the physical route taken), and what policies have been developed in transit countries, specifically Panama and Mexico, as a response to this phenomenon. To fulfill the objectives of the study, data was collected by conducting semi- structured interviews with 4 individuals who currently work in the field of international migration and 2 asylum-seekers from Africa who completed the migration route of study. Additional data was also collected from secondary sources such as scholarly articles and country reports. Findings indicated that Panama and Mexico have indeed instituted specific migration policies as a result of increased irregular migration through their countries, the route is an extremely long and difficult one for asylum-seekers which involves the use of a variety of different modes of transportation, and often times asylum-seekers suffer from social implications as a result of completing the route. Additional findings concluded that asylum-seekers do not receive proper assistance from NGO’s or local authorities while embarking on the route. It is recommended that in the future researchers and practitioners consider ways to systemically track this phenomenon from a regional and global level as well as measure how well countries are doing at upholding the 2030 Sustainable Development Objectives related to international migration
Beyond Field Trips: Partnerships Between Schools and Tribal Museums
Get PDFThis study emerged from a desire to understand how schools and tribal museums collaborate with one another to increase access to tribal museums for K-12 students. For this project, I had the opportunity to work with the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Sky City Cultural Center & Haak’u Museum, and the A:shiwi A:wan Museum and Heritage Center to further understand each institution’s educational programming and partnerships. The question examined was, how do schools and tribal museums collaborate with one another to increase access to tribal museums for K-12 students? Interviews were conducted with staff members to discuss the work of these institutions, specifically their educational outreach. These interviews gathered insight from the participants regarding their work, which suggested six ways in which the participating tribal museums operate and conduct educational program and outreach. The themes revealed were: (a) Indigenous identity matters, (b) work as responsibility, (c) stewardship of knowledge, (d) educational programming and outreach, (e) engagement with schools, and (f) the future of tribal museums. From their museum exhibits to restaurants, these institutions are multifaceted resources for all that engage with them. To support the work of tribal museums, it is essential that schools continue collaborating with these institutions to expand learners’ knowledge and access to educational institutions. As tribal museums look to the future, more support needs to be provided to Indigenous peoples to enter the museum field whether it is through professional development or academic programs. While this project cannot fully encapsulate the variety of experiences of Indigenous peoples in the United States and the work of tribal museums, it offers a glimpse into the educational programming at tribal museums and the partnerships that stem from this programming to understand how schools and tribal museums work together
Beacons of Peace and Tolerance: The Politics of Memory in Judeo-Moroccan Cultural and Historical Institutions
Get PDFBayt Dakira, a historical, religious, cultural, and academic institution located in the heart of Essaouira’s old medina, seeks to conserve Jewish-Moroccan memory and promote values of peace and tolerance as exemplified by the city’s history of Jewish-Muslim coexistence. As an institution dedicated to conserving the culture of a people that have all but virtually emigrated from Morocco, Bayt Dakira’s purpose is initially unclear. This study uncovers the ways in which Bayt Dakira is an example of a seemingly apolitical institution being wielded to advance national and international political agendas. As an officially apolitical place of cultural and academic exchange, Bayt Dakira is ideal for developing ties with other nations, building trust with them, and laying the groundwork for the formation of joint economic and political initiatives. As an apolitical-presenting institution advancing values of global peace, Bayt Dakira is also a non-threatening stage from which Moroccan diplomats can criticize, from a seemingly high moral ground, conflict abroad. Bayt Dakira’s celebration of Morocco’s diversity also constructs a national identity—one that unites all Moroccans under the Constitution and the King
The Current Status of Women in Morocco and How it Can be Improved
Get PDFMy paper will explore the conditions of gender minorities in Morocco through representation, NGOs, social structures, and resources therein to support the progress of acquiring more rights for these demographics. With an emphasis on the status of women in Morocco. My main questions as it stands are: What are the living conditions for women in Morocco and how can they be improved? What progress has been and still can be made to improve the quality of life and foster joy for these demographics in Morocco? Since the 1990s, there has been significant progress in Morocco to improve Family Law and with the 2011 Constitution, there have been more rights outlined for women in Morocco. Along with detailed narratives, this paper constructs the present status of women in Morocco and reflects on the potential for improvement. When compared to other countries of the world, Morocco appears to be behind on human rights issues. However, the path to empowerment begins with a politically and socially educated population. Therefore, the paper explores the history of women’s rights, feminist movements, and societal influences on women in Morocco in the recent past, present, and future
Counternarratives of Color: Race in Queer Archiving
Get PDFThis research aims to better understand how race figures into the policies, processes, and materials at IHLIA LGBT Heritage, Europe’s largest LGBT-focused archive. By situating IHLIA within the broader history of alternative archives and Dutch homonationalism, the different ways in which race is an important consideration for the archive is examined. Particular attention is paid to the history, organization and location of the archive as well as the publicly funded nature of IHLIA to better understand the possibilities and limitations posed by the notion of an LGBT archive as opposed to a queer(ed) archive
Perceptions of the Efficacy and Trustworthiness of Faith-Based Organizations and Secular NGOs in Mgwashi, Bumbuli District, Tanzania
Get PDFThis study investigated perceptions of faith-based organizations (FBOs) compared to secular non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Mgwashi, Bumbuli District, Tanzania. Perceptions were sorted into two categories: efficacy of services and trustworthiness. This study also examined gender and religion to determine potential influences on perceptions of trustworthiness and efficacy.
This study conducted 72 interviews of Mgwashi residents (18 Muslim men, 18 Muslim women, 18 Christian men, and 18 Christian women). Participants were asked for their opinions on the trustworthiness and efficacy of secular NGOs and FBOs with which they had experience. Then, those who had experience with both types (n=41) were asked to compare efficacy and trustworthiness between secular NGOs and FBOs in general.
Overall, FBOs were found to be perceived as more effective and trustworthy than secular NGOs. Women were more likely to rate FBOs highly than men. Muslims were more likely to prefer secular NGOs than Christians. However, many participants stated that they found no differences in trustworthiness and effectiveness between FBOs and secular NGOs, largely due to the different niches which the two types of organizations occupy. FBOs are mostly involved in health care while NGOs are mostly involved in business and development.
In conclusion, this study found that FBOs are effective and trustworthy service provisioners in Mgwashi, especially among women. As such, FBOs should be highly prioritized in future development, and foreign money donated to FBOs would be put to good use. However, secular NGOs, especially agricultural education, were also found to be important, serving a different niche than FBOs. Future studies should focus on the comparison of FBOs and secular NGOs to government provisioners
Seeking Independence a Second Time: FDI in Uganda’s Development
Get PDFThis paper aims to examine the characteristics of foreign direct investment in Uganda and its impacts on development. The paper will look at the current neoliberal paradigm in the international political economy and its role in the developing world.
A practicum-based internship with the Southern and Eastern Africa Trade Information and Negotiations Institute Uganda (SEATINI) guided independent research and provided information through interviews with various organizations and government ministries.
This paper found that neoliberal policies limit development opportunities of FDI. Examples of successful economic growth in various countries provide significant evidence of the importance of government intervention and strategic development plans. Uganda’s current investment framework, however, often favors foreign investors and lacks policies that help to translate FDI to the country’s development goals.
The role of international organizations such as the IMF and World Bank also plays a significant role in the current investment regime. Uganda, as well as other developing countries, has a limited policy space due to the narrative that the developed world has imposed.
Furthermore, FDI has great potential for Uganda’s development, but there is a need for both domestic and international policy reform to promote equitable economic growth and sustainable development
A quantitative study of orchids and their proximate environments over an elevational gradient on the Northern slope of Montagne d’Ambre
Get PDFThis research investigated change in orchid populations and their proximate environments on the Northern slope of Montagne d’Ambre, a subhumid forest in Northern Madagascar. Orchid density, way of life (epiphyte or terrestrial), phenology, and associations were recorded over 100m elevation gradients and between forest types (primary, secondary, dry, and humid forests at the same altitude). Additionally, orchid preferences for certain heights in the forest and DBH of host trees were analyzed. The establishment of 50X20m plots in 100m elevation gradients combined with ground survey yielded significant results demonstrating change along with elevation as well as forest types. Orchid density increased along with increasing elevation, as did the proportion of terrestrial individuals. Correspondingly, orchid density was found to be highest at 0-2m in the forest. Such results demonstrate the adaptability of terrestrial orchids to fill an open niche at the peak. Changes in associations with other biota along with elevation and forest types demonstrated the complex webs of interactions in which orchids inhabit. Such results indicate the importance of conserving orchids in congruence with their natural habitats
Building School Community Amidst Tracking Systems and Social Media
Get PDFSchools have long been the heart of a community. Building up students to feel welcomed, accepted, and safe is a tall order. This task has gotten more difficult as social conflict has seeped its way within school walls. Societies have become more diverse in many ways as of late. Political, economic, and racial differences have widened gaps between individuals. As schools mirror this societal diversity, it has been harder for both societies and public schools to feel more communal. The public high school this case study is set in specifically experiences division through tracking systems and, more recently, social media impacts. This paper will look if it is possible to rebuild community in a public school setting where students are both being separated by academic potential and being influenced by social media
Sustainable Avitourism on Curieuse Island in the Seychelles
No full textIn Seychelles, tourism is a vital part of the country’s overall economy. Increasingly, sustainable tourism is essential to conserve environments and wildlife, meet the needs of local communities and the state, and ensure the longevity of high-quality experiences for international visitors to the country. This project assesses sustainability of avitourism on Curieuse Island. The Seychelles has many endemic and pelagic birds that draw tourists from around the world, including the Seychelles Black Parrot, Seychelles Magpie Robin, and Seychelles Flycatcher. This is a mixed methods research project that entails bird biodiversity surveys, examination of birding databases, and personal observations. This study identified a rat infestation, other invasive flora and fauna, and sea level rise on Curieuse Island as factors that impact the draw of avitourists