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Global Migrant Crisis: Challenges and Solutions. The Jordanian Historical Experience

March 2016

March 2016

Conference: College of Central Florida
At: Ocala, Florida, USA

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University of Jordan

International Panel on Global Migrant Crisis Global Migrant Crisis: Challenges and Solutions” Panel Discussion.“Global Migrant Crisis: Challenges and Solutions” Panel Discussion. [Dr. Safadi shares her insights on the global refugee situation in the Arab world with special reference on the historical experience of Jordan in welcoming Arab refugees and lessons learned for the current Migrant Crisis in Europe.] Other members of the panel will be involved in the discussion. The presentation is open to the public.

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