A Life Well Lived: Documenting the Immigrant Experience of José Briceño Medina - Dec. 2015

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Title
A Life Well Lived: Documenting the Immigrant Experience of José Briceño Medina - Dec. 2015
Description
The purpose of this portrait is to share José Briceño Medina’s immigrant experience with the London community. The main theme depicted is challenge and change. The portrait begins with a few words from Mr. Briceño regarding his intent in participating in the project followed by his education. He then speaks to the reason behind the immigration and why he chose Canada. Moreover, Mr. Briceño discusses the social differences between Colombia and Canada and why it was difficult to transition. He speaks of his community service for the Hispanic community and the recognition he has received from his Congress. Mr. Briceño shares his views on the future and the portrait ends on a note of levity.
Subject
Migration to Canada from Colombia in the early 2000s
Creator
Pier Montoya
Source
Original
Publisher
Bridging Classroom and Community: Languages and Cultures in Action, Western University, Fall 2015
Date
Filmed November 16, 2015
Contributor
José Briceño
Rights
This work is licensed under a Creative
Relation
Is part of the Spanish collection
Format
MP4
Language
Spanish with English subtitles
Type
Moving Image
Identifier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZakUX-YhLQs
Coverage
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Bogotá, Colombia