to the following 2 prompts. When you are done, read your
classmates' POST to prompt #2 on how they would support or guide
a new immigrant. Think about HOW you can also support them and
then provide recommendations or resources which you think would
benefit the immigrants to acculturate or assimilate into the country.
Remember that it can be either in Tijuana or San Diego.
Use specific details. In other words, elaborate by giving examples.
1. The boys have walked thousands of miles since they left their
home country of Sudan. They are considered "refugees." Describe
how these refugees who were displaced from their homes in
Sudan have helped each other. In other words, describe how
these boys have survived over the years, despite living in danger,
poverty, illnesses, starvation, and confining environments. What
strategies have they used to maintain some control of their own
lives? Provide at least one specific example from the reading
which supports why you say this.
2. We are currently experiencing a humanitarian crisis in our world.
People are being forced to leave their homes and country due to
numerous reasons. If they do not leave, there may be implications
for their personal safety. Lately, many foreigners have entered
through Mexico and arrive at the USA/Mexico border, seeking
asylum. Some will be allowed to enter into the USA, and others
will have to remain in Mexico (Tijuana). Regardless of which
country they are in, they will need to learn to adapt to their new
environment. If you were to meet one of these foreigners today.
either in San Diego or Tijuana, how can you support them to
acculturate and assimilate to the American/Mexican culture?
What advice or guidance would you give them?
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