Two of our students, Szimonetta Tóth and Dániel Kovács, took part in the 8th EPLO Migration Summer School, which centered on the theme of "Women in International Migration."
This summer, two of our students, Szimonetta Tóth and Dániel Kovács, participated in the “8th EPLO Migration Summer School” organized by the European Public Law Organization (EPLO) in Athens and Sounion from 22-27 July 2024, with the support of the Faculty of Law and Political Sciences and the International and Regional Studies Institute. Each year, the Summer School focuses on different topical issues and this year’s program focused on “Women in International Migration”. The program combined academic lectures and field experiences to provide a comprehensive exploration of migration issues, particularly the gendered aspects of migration.
Key topics during the school included modern slavery, asylum-seeking, domestic work, human trafficking, and the bureaucratic challenges of immigration policies such as those in the UK. Classroom sessions led by European and non-European lecturers enriched the experience with diverse perspectives on migration.
Field trips provided hands-on learning, including visits to refugee camps in Shisto and Malakasa, where our students observed the housing, education, and health care systems for refugees. A visit to the Melissa Network for Migrant Women provided insight into initiatives supporting refugee women, particularly those from Ukraine, and an opportunity for meaningful conversations with the organization’s founders.
The program also allowed students to experience Greek culture through visits to historical landmarks such as the Acropolis and the Temple of Poseidon. Overall, the combination of academic and field activities provided our students with valuable insights into migration, with a particular focus on women’s experiences in different socio-political contexts.
Reported by Dr. Gizem Gültekin-Várkonyi
