Il libro

This book delves into the crucial role of cultural mediation in protecting refugees and migrants. By examining intercultural communication, ethics, and advocacy within complex migration contexts, the work explores power dynamics and practical challenges in these environments. Cultural mediators serve as bridges between refugees and host communities, fostering mutual understanding and support. Through detailed case studies, the book illustrates effective practices and common ethical dilemmas in emergency, healthcare, and advocacy settings. Designed for both practitioners and scholars, this work offers a harmonized and actionable framework for integrating cultural mediation into migration studies. 

«Cultural mediation is a way of humanising and respecting refugees and migrants as equals, and it’s an approach that’s critical to enable their meaningful participation in decision-making about their lives and futures.» Marie Sophie Pettersson

«By weaving together theory, history, and practice, the authors explore the oftenoverlooked role of cultural mediators in bridging communication gaps, navigating ethical dilemmas, and supporting vulnerable populations.» Daniel Coyle

«For those of us who have seen how easily burnout can erode protection work, this book is a reminder: resilience is not about being unbreakable, it is about finding ways to bend and bounce back-together.» Irene Coello

Scritto da

Saman Ali Vještica, co-founded the Crisis Response and Policy Center and has worked extensively as a cultural mediator with UNHCR, UNICEF, and IOM. Her academic background is in literature and psychology.

Dorian Jano, is a postdoctoral research fellow with the SOLROUTES project at the University of Genoa. His work bridges Political Science and Southeast European Studies, building on research experience across leading international institutions.

Nana Kharbedia, is a humanitarian practitioner specializing in protection work across crises in Africa, Asia, and Europe. She brings deep field experience to some of the world’s most challenging contexts.