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202252 minGdocumentary

Asylum Law Social Justice

18 Months

202252 minGdocumentary

More than 1,000 inhabitants come and go at the Saint-Just squat in Marseille, where isolated minors and families seeking asylum find shelter for 18 months.

Asylum Law Social Justice

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More than 1,000 inhabitants come and go at the Saint-Just squat in Marseille, where isolated minors and families seeking asylum find shelter for 18 months.

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Kangsu Kimdirector

Roxane Perrotdirector

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In Marseille, the Saint-Just squat emerged within a former convent, providing shelter for isolated minors and families seeking asylum. Over 18 months, more than 1,000 residents participated in mutual aid initiatives. Minors received education, while cultural activities flourished. Access to healthcare was organized, creating a vibrant community focused on support and solidarity. The documentary captures the daily life and efforts of those involved in this grassroots movement.

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