Refugee Experience - Fallout After Violence (#207)

This simulation was created for Social Justice Week 2015 and originally had a focus on Black Lives Matter.

Following Daniel Nyok’s death, a refugee who died at the hands of the police, his teen-aged son, Peter, and widow, Grace, experience difficulties. Someone needs to help them gain clarity and examine potential options.

Learning Objectives

Developing trust
Active listening
Empathy
Goa setting
Identifying strengths
Strong questioning techniques

Information for Learners

You are the Social Worker at a local Community Centre. Last week Peter Nyok booked an appointment with you. When making the appointment he said, “A police officer suggested that I/we speak with a social worker”.

Simulation Details

Simulator Role(s)

Peter Nyok (late teens)
Grace Nyok (mid-late thirties)

Note: This simulation may be done with one or both of these characters present.

Learner Role(s)

Social Worker
Counsellor
Child and Youth Worker

Setting

Office or Meeting Space at a local Community Centre