Integrate That‪!‬ Abdulwahab Tahhan

To become British, you need to pass the “life in the UK” test. It teaches you about the history about the UK, which many British people haven’t got a clue about. Once you have applied, you wait for a decision by the Home Office, what’s it like to wait, and how do you feel when you get a decision?
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One of the worst nightmares for refugees when traveling abroad is being stopped at the airport. The first time Baraa was stopped by some big men wearing suites, his British friend thought he was getting the VIP treatment and an upgrade. I was asked why do I support the LA Rams football team, and was asked to name some players when I was “randomly” selected for screening.
Oud music in by Syrian Oud player Rihab Azar. https://www.rihabazar.co.uk/

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Forced to leave home, Wasim goes from Aleppo to Turkey, and then gets into a fight with the driver at the borders. Some locals treat him well while others ask ridiculous questions in job interviews.
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Arriving in the UK with over eight years of experience in policy, conflict and peace resolution, Yusra struggles with the culture of hiring. She decides to start from scratch and builds her own network, which now stretches over Africa, USA, Europe, and her home country, Yemen.
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I have made it to the UK and now the nightmares, depression and anxiety start. Baraa, a Syrian refugee, tells me why he suffers from mental health issues.
Follow Rihab Azar, Syrian Oud player: https://www.rihabazar.co.uk/

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Refugees have made it to safety. Now they were told to integrate, but what does that mean?
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