Our Y9 MYP learners are currently exploring the causes of migration and the refugee experience as part of their interdisciplinary unit connecting English and Individuals and Societies. Through Ms. Ruby, learners recently connected with Lana Johnston, a remarkable individual whose personal story brought the realities of displacement and resilience to life. Originally from Syria, with Palestinian roots, Lana shared her family's journey through the civil war and her own challenges navigating the UK's refugee system. Lana’s inspiring story of perseverance, culminating in a degree in biomedicine, a Master's at Oxford, and a career in medical research at University College London, provided a powerful example of the strength and determination of refugees. This event provided a powerful connection to real-world issues of displacement, fostering empathy and providing inspiration for writing a podcast script as part of their upcoming summative assessment.