Zeina Al Attar
M.A. Migration and Diaspora Studies
| Degrees: | M.A. Migration and Diaspora Studies; B.A English Language and Literature (Lebanese University) |
| Email: | zeinaalattar@cmail.carleton.ca |
Current Program (including year of entry): MA in Migration and Diaspora Studies (2020)
Supervisor: Luciara Nardon
Academic interests: Settlement and Integration; Newcomers and immigrants; Refugees; Immigrants from Middle East; Forced Migration
Description of research:
My research aims to explore the impact of COVID-19 on the roles of settlement workers serving newcomers in Ottawa during the pandemic. In learning about the impact, this study aims to inform policy and provide insights on the specific contributions and challenges faced by settlement workers and propose strategies and policies that might support settlement workers and newcomers during a future global crisis to mitigate newcomers’ vulnerability and marginalization.