FGM: fighting against female genital mutilation in France and beyond
An estimated 200 million women and girls have undergone FGM worldwide.
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08, 2019
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05, 2017
The Statue of Liberty: a French connection in New York harbour
Does the statue of liberty represent a paradox in French and American political thought?
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04, 2017
What a food fight! or was it the French presidential debate
Keith Van Sickle was watching... laughing. Do you know who the itchy hands guy is? Here are Keith's thoughts on the candidates.
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09, 2015
The ‘jungle’ in France: refugees in Calais
The question of immigration has been quite prominent in Europe recently, with the presence of refugees in Calais prompting much debate.
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09, 2014
Expats in French society: where do they fit?
Expats hold a unique place in French society – almost a place of limbo. Though they are not immigrants who are applying for French citizenship, and they are not entirely removed from certain citizen’s obligations.
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03, 2013
Paris in Portugal – the French pastry explosion
If ten years ago there was scarcely a French pâtisserie in Lisbon, now numerous French-connected eating spots are open for business in the Portuguese capital.
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10, 2012
Diasporas et musiques en Ile-de-France
Prenez le temps de profiter pleinement du patrimoine culturel français dans lequel les activités se déroulent. Le Festival d'Ile-de-France a en effet pour particularité de mettre l'accent sur la relation entre musique et patrimoine francilien.
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07, 2012
Visas for ‘l’Autre Vie’ in France
With the realisation that we are closing in on our third year in Bordeaux wine country came the reality of the situation - our visas are due to expire. How can two Australians manage to stay in France and run a new business?
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07, 2012
French voices: Identity & immigration
French natives and expats share their thoughts on the complex and contentious issue of French identity and immigration.
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05, 2012
Toward a new French identity
The marginalisation of immigrant populations in France has left many without hope for change. Although a run-down on France’s colonialist past is no small task, the root of current unrest is fundamentally a crisis of identity. Is the election of Socialist François Hollande as President a chance for resolution?
