Dr Isabella Ng Shares Insights on Supporting Refugees and Asylum-Seekers with Monash University Students

On November 4, 2024, Dr Isabella Ng, Associate Professor in the Department of Social Sciences and Policy Studies and co-founder of the Hong Kong Society for Asylum-Seekers and Refugees, was invited by the Malaysia School of Arts and Social Sciences at Monash University to share her expertise on advocating for the rights of refugees and asylum-seekers with her students from the Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) and the interns with diverse backgrounds from all over the world.

Alongside Ms. Piya Muqit, Dr. Ng offered practical guidance on how students can apply classroom knowledge and skills to make meaningful contributions in their internships. She emphasized that internships not only serve as professional training but also empower individuals and communities in need.

In a collaborative discussion with Dr. Herbary Cheung, Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Gender Studies and Work Integrated Learning/Internship Coordinator at Monash University, Dr. Ng explored the potential for a transnational, research-based work-integrated learning project between EdUHK and Monash. This initiative aims to inspire students from both universities to investigate social and policy issues, fostering active engagement and cross-cultural inquiry beyond the classroom.