After nearly three months of hard work, including countless consent forms signed, three risk assessment applications, endless emails, rejection messages, last-minute interview cancellations, trips back and forth while carrying around heavy camera equipment, getting lost on the underground (more times than I’d like to admit), train delays that made me think I should really get my driver's license, and hours of filming and editing. I’ve finally submitted my project. It includes a 2,500-word online feature, 2-minute audio content, 2-minute video content, and a 1,000-word critical reflection.
My goal for this project was to shed light on the complex topic of immigration. By interviewing a diverse range of people, including immigrants with various backgrounds and reasons for leaving their home countries, charity workers dedicated to supporting their local communities, and passionate protesters. I aimed to showcase voices filled with resilience, determination, and a commitment to being heard.
Immigration is a big and often misunderstood subject. The word "immigrant" can evoke a mix of reactions, shaped by personal biases and the media's portrayal, which sometimes fosters harmful and inaccurate stereotypes. Through my project, I wanted to challenge those narratives and share human stories that inspire empathy and understanding, paving the way for a more inclusive future.
Finally, I want to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who made this project possible. To all my interviewees, thank you for taking the time to share your stories with me. Your openness, warmth, and passion were incredibly inspiring and motivated me to give this project my absolute best.
A special thank you to my advisor, David Brine, for his valuable guidance and support throughout this project.
This feature has been a rewarding challenge, and I hope it serves as a meaningful contribution to the conversation about immigration.
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