Part 1: Finding Home Away from Home Moving to a new country can be exciting, full of opportunities and fresh beginnings. But let’s be real… it can also get lonely! That longing for home sneaks… Read More »10 must-have items to stay connected to your roots. Part 1
On November 27th, 2024, DW News reported that Germany will need 288,000 foreign workers annually until 2040. This headline grabbed my attention, not just because of the staggering numbers, but because it made me question:… Read More »Germany’s Call for Foreign Workers: “Are They Ready?”
I had a conversation with a dear friend, someone who went through the same program as I did. We were catching up, sharing our experiences, and reflecting on some challenges we’ve faced since moving here.… Read More »When an Accent Becomes a Barrier
A few days ago, I came across a video on TikTok that I haven’t been able to stop thinking about. It was of a woman standing in front of the consulate in Berlin, crying. She… Read More »“Give Me My Children!”
Today, I broke down. The immigration process has been heavy on my heart for a few years, but this was different. It wasn’t just another rule or decision, it was about my family, about being… Read More »When Immigration Separates What Matters Most
A few days ago, I woke up feeling blue. It’s that time of the month, and the winter gloom wasn’t helping. I’ve been taking my vitamin D and trying to stay positive, but some days,… Read More »‘The Power of Checking In’
Not long after I arrived in this new country, I struck up a conversation with a colleague of mine. She’s also from Africa, and like me, she was adjusting to this unfamiliar world, trying to… Read More »The Danger of Assumptions
How Immigration is Portrayed in Germany In Germany, immigration is often discussed through the lens of cultural identity. But what does cultural identity mean? Simply put, it’s the shared values, traditions, and customs that shape… Read More »Cultural Identity in the Media
What surprised me most about living in Germany was how much political movements shaped the media’s portrayal of migration. Far-right parties like the Alternative for Germany (AfD) use fear-driven messaging to influence public perception. Their… Read More »Part 2: Changing the Narrative
Challenge of Balance Picture this: you’ve packed up your life, left behind the familiar, and stepped into the unknown. The streets smell different, the language twists your tongue, and the customs feel like a puzzle… Read More »Roots vs. Rules
