Racial profiling : the treatment of refugees by the police

“No matter how many years you live here, you will remain a foreigner” Fatema, visitor to the Victoria Community Centre* In Greece, racial profiling has become an entrenched issue that deeply impacts the lives of people on the move. For refugees and asylum seekers, a simple walk in Athens can quickly turn into a distressing encounter with law enforcement.

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Refugees Continue to Face Violent and Illegal Pushbacks off the Coast of Kos

Illegal pushbacks from Kos have allegedly not stopped happening. According to community testimonies, these practices have become a common experience for asylum seekers attempting to reach the Greek Islands. Citing violence, humiliation, and trauma, many of our community members recount the suffering they faced while merely searching for safety.

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