The Sculptures of Refugees
Here we reflect on
- displacement in Cambodia
- world refugees and asylum seekers
- evictions
- displacement of the heart
From 1975 to 1979, displacement was the experience of all Cambodians as they were forcibly relocated from their homes. Even before that there were more than a million displaced crowded into Phnom Penh. From 1979 to 1992, hundreds of thousands existed in refugee camps or fled overseas.
In this century, thousands more are being evicted from their land to make way for "socio-economic development", big land-owners and beautification. Villagers complain the compensation, if any, is woefully inadequate (Books available!). Migrant workers cross border daily to Thailand, seeking subsistence for their families.
In our world at the end of 2009, there were 15.2 million refugees and 27.1 million internally displaced persons. Forced migration challenges the conscience of the world. In Cambodia, people from China, Vietnam, Sudan, Burma, Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka seek asylum. Most refugees in the world come from Palestine, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
As you pass here, remember the deported Uighurs, the Burmese, the Montagnards, the boy from Sudan who spent months in an underground pit, the ones safely settled in welcoming countries.
Our own hearts get displaced sometimes, too.
- How have you welcomed a refugee?
- Where would you seek asylum?
- What displaces your heart?
Take more tour with reading below:
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Environment-The Boddhi Tree
The Boddhi Tree is called the great tree of life because all that is needed for lasting peace can...
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Prize of Peace
Cambodian survivors were very active in the International Campaign to Ban Landmines and the Cluster Munition Coalition...
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Good governance
Jayavarman VII (1125-1215) ruled the Khmer Empire from 1181 from Siem Reap. He married Jayarajadevi and then...
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Good citizenship
Indradevi influenced the King, particularly in his devotion to Buddhism and the way of compassion and wisdom. She was the head professor in...
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Finding the spirit in all things
Love one another as I have loved you. (Jesus)
This chapel welcomes people of all faiths, Christians, Buddhists, Muslims, all who seek the meaning of...
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I have no foot to wash
We leave with many words echoing in our hearts...
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Peace and Reconciliation
The mural, carved by Siem Reap artist Channa, depicts the Dhamma wheel being pushed by Buddhist monks, peace loving men and women , including people...
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Displacement, Refugees...
Here we reflect on displacement in Cambodia, world refugees and asylum seekers, evictions, displacement of the heart...
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Gallery - Home
Symbol dot the landscape calling us to reflect on:
Woman at the well - Living Water Development that enriches all...
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Development for all
MEET THE WOMAN AT THE WELL
The well gives the water of life. You are invited...
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Treasures in earthen vessels
DIGNITY AND HUMAN POTENTIAL OF EACH PERSON
We are all made from the same human fabric...
-
Environment-The Red Tree
As you begin the circle of peace, designed by Rob Allsop, pause by the Red Blood Flower tree...
- displacement in Cambodia
- world refugees and asylum seekers
- evictions
- displacement of the heart
From 1975 to 1979, displacement was the experience of all Cambodians as they were forcibly relocated from their homes. Even before that there were more than a million displaced crowded into Phnom Penh. From 1979 to 1992, hundreds of thousands existed in refugee camps or fled overseas.
In this century, thousands more are being evicted from their land to make way for "socio-economic development", big land-owners and beautification. Villagers complain the compensation, if any, is woefully inadequate (Books available!). Migrant workers cross border daily to Thailand, seeking subsistence for their families.
In our world at the end of 2009, there were 15.2 million refugees and 27.1 million internally displaced persons. Forced migration challenges the conscience of the world. In Cambodia, people from China, Vietnam, Sudan, Burma, Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka seek asylum. Most refugees in the world come from Palestine, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
As you pass here, remember the deported Uighurs, the Burmese, the Montagnards, the boy from Sudan who spent months in an underground pit, the ones safely settled in welcoming countries.
Our own hearts get displaced sometimes, too.- How have you welcomed a refugee?
- Where would you seek asylum?
- What displaces your heart?
Take more tour with reading below:
-
Environment-The Boddhi Tree
The Boddhi Tree is called the great tree of life because all that is needed for lasting peace can...
-
Prize of Peace
Cambodian survivors were very active in the International Campaign to Ban Landmines and the Cluster Munition Coalition...
-
Good governance
Jayavarman VII (1125-1215) ruled the Khmer Empire from 1181 from Siem Reap. He married Jayarajadevi and then...
-
Good citizenship
Indradevi influenced the King, particularly in his devotion to Buddhism and the way of compassion and wisdom. She was the head professor in...
-
Finding the spirit in all things
Love one another as I have loved you. (Jesus)
This chapel welcomes people of all faiths, Christians, Buddhists, Muslims, all who seek the meaning of... -
I have no foot to wash
We leave with many words echoing in our hearts...
-
Peace and Reconciliation
The mural, carved by Siem Reap artist Channa, depicts the Dhamma wheel being pushed by Buddhist monks, peace loving men and women , including people...
-
Displacement, Refugees...
Here we reflect on displacement in Cambodia, world refugees and asylum seekers, evictions, displacement of the heart...
-
Gallery - Home
Symbol dot the landscape calling us to reflect on:
Woman at the well - Living Water Development that enriches all... -
Development for all
MEET THE WOMAN AT THE WELL
The well gives the water of life. You are invited... -
Treasures in earthen vessels
DIGNITY AND HUMAN POTENTIAL OF EACH PERSON
We are all made from the same human fabric... -
Environment-The Red Tree
As you begin the circle of peace, designed by Rob Allsop, pause by the Red Blood Flower tree...
