Berkhamsted students have recently learned how they can help in the case of a global humanitarian disaster.
Organised by Berkhamsted Rotary Club (BRC), around 170 Sixth Form students from both Berkhamsted and Ashlyns Schools attended talks on Wednesday, July 3.
The speakers included a variety of people with first-hand experience. Fiona Tan of Save the Children described her own career in the humanitarian aid sector and told students about how some 380 million people are impacted by humanitarian crises worldwide.
Berkhamsted resident John Borton, from Herts Welcomes Refugees, explained how the charity has 140 volunteers supporting 350 resettled refugees, as well as 500 asylum seekers, across Hertfordshire.
A spokesperson for BRC said: “Many students said the event gave them new understanding and opened their eyes to new perspectives. A number from both schools are keen to volunteer locally.
“This is the third year we have organised these events, all with the aim to promote peace and understanding through practical action.”
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