0523 - Forced Migration and Hunger in Africa’s Biggest Refugee Destination: Voices from Kampala, Uganda
Course Description
We often think about African migrants and refugees heading to Europe and the West, but most migrate within Africa. Uganda is Africa's biggest refugee host country, and many refugees and other asylum seekers settle in the capital city, Kampala, instead of in camps. This presentation looks at the experiences -especially related to food and family - told by refugees and other forced migrants living in Kampala's informal settlements, based on interviews held in 2023.
Instructor
Andrea Brown is Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Wilfrid Laurier University. Her research focus is urban food security in Africa, with particular interest in how this connects with sustainable development, migration, gender, and governance, and the multi-level policy environments supporting anti-poverty measures. Her research centres on cities in Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Location
Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex, Community Pavilion (101 Father David Bauer Drive, Waterloo, ON)
- Parking is free.
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Notes
- Lecture Time : 130-300 pm
- Lecture Cost: $16.00 + HST
- Participants must register before the day of the lecture.
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- Lectures are non-refundable
Contact
Please email lall@wlu.ca with any questions