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  • 19 June 2024 at 4:29 pm in reply to: What one thing would you say to me if you could? #8567 0 Likes | Like it
    Jack Thompson
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      If I could say one thing, it’d be that people in the UK often undermine experience coming from Africa, everything you have done is back to zero and it’s not fair. They don’t even give you the chance to show what you’re capable of, although you should be given the chance to adapt yourself because you’re in a new place.

      19 June 2024 at 4:29 pm in reply to: What do people or employers never ask about your refugee experience, and that you hope people would understand better? #8568 0 Likes | Like it
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        I think employers need to ask about our past experiences. Even though we speak different languages, we are part of the same world and we still have the same skills that can be helpful here. I think employers should be more patient with refugees. I have to learn about a new culture and working style, for example. Just give us opportunities and we can learn. In Hong Kong, the government gives incentives for hiring people from different minorities or people with disability. UK government needs to encourage this and companies will follow.

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