OLLI101609 - Migration, Refugees and Human Rights

Course Description

MIGRATION, REFUGEES AND HUMAN RIGHTS

Instructor: Bob Groves

Day of Week: Wednesday

Dates: February 5 – February 26 (4 sessions)

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Location: Hybrid at TUCC

The opportunities and challenges presented by migrants are big issues on the world stage. Major emphasis in this course will be placed on the human rights of those seeking refugee status and asylum due to dangers they face in their countries of origin. This course will also examine the history of migration in the United States. Another key focus will be on proposals to address immigration in the United States. Guest speakers from organizations serving migrants will be part of some classes.

Maximum: 60 In-person/300 Virtual

Instructor Bio: Bob Groves has over 40 years’ experience in health and human services. For 25 years, he held CEO positions with the Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania and The Philadelphia Senior Center. Since retirement, Bob has been part of numerous community projects including teaching at OLLI since 2012. His primary courses have focused on human rights, democracy and climate change. Bob also has spoken on human rights issues to youth and adult groups affiliated with the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia, local schools as well as senior living facilities. Born and raised in Philadelphia, he lives in Center City.

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