Integration Class: On Immigrating to Germany
“Welcome to Germany. Take a number. Have a seat.”
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Welcome to Germany. Take a number. Have a seat.
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Courtney Tenz writes about the intersection of culture and conflict (especially as it impacts women) from Cologne, Germany. She has contributed to a number of publications, most recently the non-profit book Europa: An Illustrated Guide for Refugees.
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