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Crowdsourced Refugee Phrasebooks

This Guide Helps Volunteers Respond to the Needs of Refugees

— September 14, 2015 — Social Good
A group of German volunteers recently put together a phrasebook that helps them to better respond to the needs of refugees. In recent months, Germany and other European countries have faced an ongoing migrant crisis. While many residents have volunteered to help the refugees, the language barrier has caused a number of problems.

To make it easier for volunteers to respond to the needs of refugees, a Berlin-based support group came up with the 'Refugee Phrasebook.' The handy translation guide is divided into various sections, which include general, medical and juridical needs. The Refugee Phrasebook contains information in the language of the refugee, as well as those who are trying to help them. Though the use of crowdsourcing, the team of volunteers has collected over 300 phrases in 28 different languages. Some of the languages featured in the guide include Turkish, Urdu, French and various dialects of Kurdish.

The phrasebook is a valuable tool for those who are trying to help refugees.
Trend Themes
1. Crowdsourced Translation Guides - Crowdsourced translation guides help bridge the language barrier between aid providers and refugees.
2. Localized Support Tools - Localized support tools provide targeted solutions for assisting refugees in different contexts.
3. Multilingual Volunteer Networks - Multilingual volunteer networks facilitate effective cross-cultural communication among volunteers and refugees.
Industry Implications
1. Language Learning - The language learning industry can develop digital apps and platforms to help refugees learn the language of their host country for better assimilation.
2. Translation Services - The translation services industry can provide specialized translation services and training to volunteers and aid workers who work with refugees.
3. Charitable Organizations - Charitable organizations can use these translation guides and networks to better communicate with and provide aid to refugees in various parts of the world.
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