
TED Talks Daily The need for family reunification -- to make families whole again | Elizabeth Zion
Dec 28, 2021
Elizabeth Zion, a passionate writer, poet, and student, shares her compelling journey through family separation, homelessness, and the quest for reunification. She highlights the emotional toll on children affected by crises and draws from her mother's flight from persecution. Zion advocates for policies that prioritize family reunification as a fundamental human right, emphasizing the importance of togetherness. Her heartfelt call for families to be made whole again resonates deeply, urging society to recognize the moral duty to support those separated by circumstance.
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Zion's Birth and Early Life
- Elizabeth Zion's mother fled Nigeria to escape religious persecution and seek a better life for her children.
- Zion was born in Ireland while her mother's asylum case was pending, in a direct provision centre.
Family Separation
- Despite being granted residency, Zion's father's visa applications were repeatedly rejected.
- He remained separated from his family for 18 years.
Importance of Family Structure
- Strong family foundations are crucial for children's well-being and future success.
- Two involved parents provide more resources and support.

