"As civil conflict and increasingly dire economic situations spread across areas of the globe, refugees have left their homes in countries such as Afghanistan, Syria, and Somalia in search of a better future for themselves and their children. Their often-dangerous plights have received much media attention and have led to increased calls for international humanitarian aid and, in some cases, for increased border control. In [this book], students will analyze this important issue and form their own conclusions based on opinions and data from experts, advocacy groups, and the media"--Amazon.com.