Refugee Week: Cardiff Showcase
Celebrating Our Diverse Home: A Day of Unity, Art, and Understanding
Join us on Saturday, June 22nd, for a vibrant celebration of the rich tapestry that makes Cardiff our shared home. This family-friendly event at Cardiff Library showcases the beauty of our diversity, honouring Windrush Day, Pride, the Great Get Together, and the invaluable contributions of sanctuary seekers and refugees.
Discover a World of Connection:
Discover a World of Connection:
-
Immerse yourself in the rhythms: Experience the uplifting melodies of the One World Choir, be captivated by performance from the vibrant Kurdish Association, Sudanese Community and Ukrainian Community.
-
Ignite young imaginations: Delight in captivating storytelling, unleash creativity in hands-on workshops, and transform with face painting.
-
Connect with your community: Engage with local organisations, universities, refugee support groups and many more
-
Explore art and activism: Discover the powerful visual art created by Cardiff Met’s Sanctuary Seeking Community and participate in a Hate Crime Awareness session led by Victim Support.
-
Listen to powerful stories: Be inspired by the personal journeys of migrants in a panel discussion facilitated by Dr. Laura Shobiye.
Together, We Can:
- Foster understanding and mutual respect.
- Celebrate the cultural heritage that enriches our city.
- Build a stronger, more inclusive community.
- Challenge prejudice and stereotypes.
This event is an opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate the threads that weave us together. Let’s build a Cardiff where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
Mark your calendars for June 22nd and join us at Cardiff Library for a day that will inspire, uplift, and empower.