VOICED : Migrants recount hardship at home and on road to Europe

Migrants from West Africa, mainly from Guinea and Ivory Coast, are seeking refuge in Brihon, France, after crossing the Alps. They face numerous challenges, including harsh living conditions and dangerous journeys across the Mediterranean. Many have experienced imprisonment and exploitation in Libya. Despite the myth of a better life in Europe, they encounter further difficulties in obtaining residency and building a decent life.

What is one of the main reasons West African migrants are seeking refuge in Europe?

• To join family members

• To pursue higher education

• To escape harsh living conditions

• To explore new cultures

What are some of the dangers faced by migrants during their journey to Europe?

• Getting lost in the desert

• Being imprisoned and mistreated

• Experiencing cultural shock

• Facing language barriers

Why did Ibrahim flee Ivory Coast despite its economic status?

• He wanted to study abroad

• He was visiting family

• He was seeking better job opportunities

• He faced exploitation and kidnapping

What misconception about Europe is often spread on social networks by migrants?

• Europe is culturally diverse

• Europe has a high cost of living

• Europe is a land of endless opportunities

• Europe has strict immigration laws

What challenges do migrants face after arriving in Europe?

• Adapting to the weather

• Obtaining residency and building a decent life

• Finding a place to live

• Learning a new language