In this episode, we speak with Millen Kim on her recent research study with the Chin Youth Organization of North America (CYONA) focused on Chin refugees located in India's Mizoram State.

Topics:

1. Research Findings (2:16 )
2. Historical Context of Chin People's Struggles (10:12 )
3. Cultural Diversity of Chin State (13:09 )
4. Challenge of International Aid and Community Support (14:54 )
5. Young Chin Refugees (19:58 )
6. Legal Complications for Refugees (24:03 )
7. Mental Health Crises for Chin Refugees (28:05 )
8. Community Integration and Language Barriers (31:14 )
9. Further Opportunities for Chin Refugee Youth (33:15 )
10. Recommendations for Humanitarian Aid (35:12 )
11. Personal Background (40:04 )
12. Aspirations (46:08 )

Millen Kim is a graduating political science student based at the University of British Columbia who embarked on a study with the CYONA. She serves as the Vice President of the Chin Community of Canada's youth board, Board Secretary of the Chin Youth Organization of North America, and Youth Ministry Executive of the Vancouver Chin Baptist Church.

Find a copy of the CYONA Report here.

Burma-Canadian Association of Ontario: Website