ABSTRACT
In this chapter, the author presents the story of refugee Dalir from Iran, based on interviews, within the context of the individual's background and nation of origin. She shows how the refugee faces the situation in accessing education globally. Dalir is one of the many former refugees from Malaysia who have been resettled in Australia. He agreed to be interviewed because he thought it was important to show how seizing even limited educational opportunities in Malaysia can later help refugees to access better quality degrees overseas. Being a role model to other refugees in this way is important to Dalir; in the few years since he left Malaysia he has become an international campaigner for refugee rights. Details of the awards he has won and the recognition he has garnered would jeopardize his anonymity, but he has been involved in global consultations on education for refugees, and has been formally recognized for his humanitarian work.
