1.2. Welcome and Introduction

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a refugee?

   Hint

   Think about the reasons why someone might leave their home.

2. 2.

   What does displacement mean?

   Hint

   Consider the circumstances that could lead to someone being displaced.

3. 3.

   What concept explains how spaces occupied by refugees are shaped?

   • Displacement
   • Production of Space
   • Local Integration

   Hint

   Think about the theoretical framework discussed.

4. 4.

   True or False: All refugees wish to return to their home country.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the reasons why someone becomes a refugee.

5. 5.

   Evaluate case studies of refugee integration. What common themes do you observe, and how do they relate to Lefebvre’s theory?

   Hint

   Look for examples in your own locality or globally.

6. 6.

   Critique the effectiveness of various strategies (local integration vs. repatriation) for managing refugee populations.

   Hint

   Brainstorm strengths and weaknesses for both sides.