(Research Symposium) Learning to Belong in the City

The symposium brought together scholars to explore the complex dynamics of identity and belonging in urban settings. As education and migration continues to shape cities worldwide, the symposium delved into how educational systems can foster integration or perpetuate a sense of otherness. The symposium examined the role of networks of care and responsibility and how urban environments influence these interactions. Speakers shared insights from geography, sociology, anthropology, and education policy, with a focus on Singapore but with global relevance.