Livestreaming
Somali diaspora humanitarianism in complex crises
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What does it mean for Somalis in rainy Copenhagen when their families in Somalia are affected by drought? Or if flooding destroys their houses and livelihoods when the rains finally appear? How do Somali women groups in Kenya and Zambia reach out to assist households urgently in need of humanitarian assistance? What about diaspora actors whose involvement goes hand in hand with political ambitions or if religious authorities are taking the lead? Who is supported and who are left out?
At this roundtable, we discuss these questions based on our findings in the Diaspora Humanitarianism in Complex Crises (D-Hum) research project. Focusing on transnational ties between different Somali localities – from Mogadishu to Lasanod – and central diaspora hubs in African and Western countries, we examine the intricacies and practices of emergency assistance, whether acute or long-term, and reflect on the lessons learnt and policy implications for supporting or collaborating with diaspora actors.
Programme
16.30-16.40 Welcome and introduction, Nauja Kleist
16.40-17.30 Roundtable discussion, all speakers
17.30-18.00 Q&A
18.00 Reception
The seminar was held and recorded on 7 June 2023, 16.30-18.00 in DIIS Auditorium.
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