This week marks eight years since Aylan Kurdi was buried at the age of three. Aylan's father, who also lost his wife and older son in the shipwreck, said at the time, "Let these be the last to die, and may their deaths not be in vain."

What has changed in that time? Where do we stand now? We've written an article about it in which European Parliament Member Tineke Strik shares her vision. Spoiler alert: it's not very optimistic, although there is a glimmer of hope.

The Swimmers tells the true story of Syrian sisters Yusra and Sara Mardini. Professional swimmers with Olympic aspirations, they had to flee their home country due to the civil war. Their perilous journey to Europe and the challenges of building up a new life once they arrive in Germany is poignantly told. Yet the heavy theme is interspersed with small uplifting moments and triumphs, about the strong bonds between sisters and overcoming struggles to achieve your dreams.

In 'Spotlight' we speak with inspiring entrepreneurs. This time: Motopp. Motopp is committed to status holders. Motopp gives motivated and highly educated status holders the opportunity to retrain to become certified Mendix makers. They do this in collaboration with municipalities and renowned companies. Motopp doesn't judge people by where they come from, but by where they want to go. Why? Because everyone with the right motivation deserves the right opportunity!