London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

Migration is a complex journey often driven by a range of factors, including escaping wars and conflicts. While reaching the destination country may seem like the end of the journey, it is actually just the beginning of a new chapter filled with a new set of challenges. Migrants often encounter difficulties such as cultural adjustment, language barriers, discrimination, and social isolation, all of which can significantly impact on their mental health and wellbeing.

Co-hosted by the Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre and the Centre for Global Mental Health, this event aims to explore the relationship between migration, integration and mental health, delving into the unique experiences of migrants and the challenges they face in new environments. By understanding these experiences, we can work towards creating more inclusive and supportive services that promote the mental health and wellbeing of migrants.

Speakers

Preeti Kaur Pasricha

Research Assistant, Care Policy and Evaluation Centre (CPEC), London School of Economics and Political Science

Preeti Kaur Pasricha works in the intersection of economics, migration, and health. Her current research focuses on refugees and the asylum system, recently co-producing an economic report analysing and modelling the integration of refugees into the UK, which was launched by the Independent Commission for the Integration of Refugees. In addition to her professional interest in migration, Preeti has a personal interest in this field with two generations of her family going through a double migration, the first being during the Partition of India in the largest mass migration in human history. Preeti also has an interest in mental health and social psychiatry and was recently recognised by the Royal College of Psychiatrists by receiving the Psych Star award in Rehabilitation and Social Psychiatry. Preeti will speak about the asylum system and the related mental health challenges faced by refugees and asylum seekers. 
 

Oscar Revolledo

Director, Human Bridge Organisation

Oscar Revolledo is a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience working with people affected by war, forced migration, and trauma. He has partnered with organisations like the UNHCR and various mental health initiatives, leading projects in countries such as Panama, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Greece—helping refugees rebuild their lives after conflict. His dedication to this field comes from his own experience growing up during Peru’s internal conflict, where he witnessed first-hand the profound impact of displacement on individuals and communities. As a lifelong migrant himself, Oscar brings both professional expertise and personal insight into the complexities of identity, integration and resilience. As the Director of Human Bridge, he leads efforts to challenge stereotypes surrounding migration and advocates for policies that promote fair and dignified opportunities for migrants. Through education, advocacy and practical initiatives, he has led an international team of researchers focused on fostering meaningful social inclusion and empowering displaced individuals in their new homes. A passionate advocate for mental health and human rights, Oscar is committed to bridging the gap between policy and practice, contributing to the global conversation on migration, trauma recovery and integration.

Basma Taysir Al Doukhi

PhD Candidate, University of Kent

Basma Taysir Al Doukhi is a Palestinian PhD scholar in Migration Studies based in the UK, a human rights activist, humanitarian practitioner and founder of Roouh, a social enterprise that provides a platform for female refugee artisans to share their stories in their own words through their craft. Prior to pursuing her PhD, she worked for over a decade as a humanitarian professional, supporting refugee communities in the West Asia and North Africa region. This extensive field experience provided the impetus for her doctoral research on the lived realities and role of Syrian and Afghan associations in fostering social cohesion. Her PhD project is a comparative case study of Syrian and Afghan associations supporting their displaced communities in Turkey. Her background encompasses practice, research and policy work, with a particular interest in representation, voice and power within refugee and migration studies. She will be speaking about her experiences and strategies for preserving and adapting identity in new societies, specifically within the UK. 

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