Unless you have truly been suffocating yourself inside the millibubble, you have without a doubt heard about the refugee crisis in Europe. As hundreds of misplaced Syrian refuges flee to the boarders of European countries, often landing on the shores of Turkey, many of them have the dream of settling in Germany.

Germany has risen to the occasion, unlike many of the oil rich Middle Eastern countries. It has said that it will allow 800,000 refugees to come to the country, currently about 100,000 people have made their way there. However not everyone has greeted these people in need with open arms. Many worry about those who may come with less than admirable intentions. Others worry about the dilution of the German culture, or the loss of jobs, housing, and government assistance.

Just getting to Germany has proven to be a challenge, according to law, the refugees must be finger printed and processed at the first European country that they arrive in. Many countries have not been able to keep up with this demand, leaving many stranded in camps as they wait to be processed before being allowed to take the train to Germany.

Recently the world was shocked by the image of a dead toddler, drowned on the journey from Syria to Turkey. The family had tried to make the voyage, as many have, to a safer land, and as many had before, not all of them made it. Even before that in Austria, a sealed truck was found with 70 dead escaping Syrians. As these people flee their country, many feel that they have little left to lose, a risky journey is no risker than remaining in war-torn Syria.

Germany is not the only country stepping up to the plate. The UK has stated that they will take 20,000 refugees as well, and the French have opened their doors to 24,000.

On the other hand, Hungry, perhaps taking a cue from our own country, has said that they will build a wall along their border to keep the refugees out.

Part of the reason that some countries are opening their doors to those in need, is because many of the refugees are well educated and well trained. Professors, doctors, and other professionals are fleeing, as many have decided that the war in their country will not end any time soon, and have given up hope.

Hope, however, can be found in those countries who see that the Syrians are only human. People are people and it is our duty as a fellow human to help each other out. Even if that means taking a profit loss, or having to share our culture and traditions with those who have never known it. We are lucky to have known little violence in our lives compared to these refugees, and it is unlikely that we will ever face the same kind of hatred and fear that they are facing now. When speaking of people who need help, remember that they are only people, and that their aspirations, wants and fears will often be the same as yours- so always help them in all the ways you can