Educating migrant workers in the Arabian Gulf

Miguel Syjuco of New York University Abu Dhabi's experience in helping NYU students connect with migrant workers in Abu Dhabi is a compelling example of how Western institutions can make a difference not only for their own students but also for those who would otherwise never have an opportunity to be touched by elite Western institutions. NYUAD is an interesting example because other incidents have indicated tension related to the local culture. Miguel's enthusiasm for this project is exemplary, however, his report that this is the first time such an initiative has been undertaken is incorrect; students and professors of Education City in Qatar have been reaching out in various ways to migrant workers for a number of years.