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ICoCA AGA 2022 - Handling People in Vulnerable Situations - Abdul Aziz Muhamat
In this powerful video, Abdul Aziz Muhamat, Research Fellow at the Global Detention Project, shares his personal experiences as a detainee on Manus Island and a volunteer at the Moria camp in Lesvos. He delves into the harsh realities of these detention centres and advocates for human dignity and respect. He provides a poignant comparison of the conditions faced by migrants and refugees in Australia and Europe, revealing widespread human rights abuses. Mr. Muhamat discusses the dehumanising treatment by private security companies, the psychological toll on detainees and the lack of accountability within the system. His insights highlight the urgent need for policy changes and better treatment of migrants and refugees.
Learn more about ICoCA's research on the use of private security companies in migration management: https://icoca.ch/migration/
