Last but not least in my SWOT analysis… some threats my project faces. Unpaid taxes could get international students in trouble The last intention my project could have is to get any international student in trouble, including trouble due to not claiming income and paying taxes wrongly. Bottom line, not following through with the responsibilities… Continue reading SWOT Analysis: Threats
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Feedback and Project Reflection
So far, my MA project and my campaign has been largely fueled by my personal experience. Of course, I’ve conducted thorough research to back up my statements. But the fact that I’m looking to solve a problem I personally experienced forms a bias for me to favor my position. Although it’s not easy to disconnect… Continue reading Feedback and Project Reflection
Hypothesis of Causes, Solutions, Consequences & Long-term Effects
Based on my primary and secondary research so far, I’ve put together a brief hypothesis of the causes, solutions, consequences and long-term effects of not allowing international students to be self-employed in the years to come in the UK. HYPOTHESIS OF CAUSES Reasons why international students are not currently allowed to be self-employed. Taxes not… Continue reading Hypothesis of Causes, Solutions, Consequences & Long-term Effects
Reach Out Updates
I’ve been building a contact list of people who could offer valuable insights regarding my project. I’ve looked for experts in the field of immigration, lobbying/litigation, self-employment, and the creative industries. I’ve been lucky to receive really valuable insights from the people I’ve reached out to, and here is how it’s been going: I reached… Continue reading Reach Out Updates
Social Media Update
A major part of gaining momentum for the Inter.work campaign is to spread the word through social media. I’ve been making infographics that communicate data regarding international students and the creative industries in an engaging way. At the same time, I’ve been sharing updates and resources that are relevant to the campaign. These range from… Continue reading Social Media Update
International Student Town Hall & Q+A
Last week I attended a town hall organized by University of the Arts London guided toward listening to UAL international student voices. Some students expressed the concern that they were not being given the same opportunities domestic students were getting. Between not receiving support to adapt different modes of learning, communication barriers, and limits to… Continue reading International Student Town Hall & Q+A