Nottingham Refugee Week

Nottingham Refugee Week Co-ordinating, promoting & supporting events with, by & for local communities as part of National Re

Refugee Week happens nationally every June, with events anchored around World Refugee Day (20th). Refugee Week is an act of welcome, a gesture of solidarity & a shared celebration. In Nottingham we work to raise awareness of the reasons why people are forced to seek refuge – persecution, war, poverty and conflict – & also celebrate the many positive contributions people seeking refuge & asylum mak

e to the economic, cultural & social life of the city. Nottingham Refugee Week is supported by brilliant city-wide partners from different sectors including the arts, social care and support services, sport and the food/hospitality industry. Please get in touch if you are an organisation/group who would like to host a local event or support in any other way including volunteering, fundraising & marketing/promotion. Please check out our website for more info:
https://nottinghamrefugeeweek.org

(Nottingham Refugee Week, formerly Nottingham Beyond Borders, is a not for profit charitable constituted voluntary membership group led by a small annually elected management committee)

・・・Our message to the arts & culture sector: will you join us and show Courage for Refugee Week 2026?Refugee Week mark...
25/11/2025


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Our message to the arts & culture sector: will you join us and show Courage for Refugee Week 2026?

Refugee Week marks 75 years since the UN Refugee Convention – a commitment that people forced to flee deserve protection, dignity and hope.

But right now refugees in the UK and globally face rising hostility, as well as the communities that support them. So now more than ever, art and culture matter.

In 2025, Refugee Week saw 15,000+ activities & events, participation across 20+ countries, 2.3 million attendees, and involvement from 1,000 schools, 500 libraries and 100 local authorities. And we're going to make Refugee Week 2026 (15-21 June) even bigger!

Want to take part? From programming to platforming, partnerships and more, you can play a vital part.

Let us know you plan to take part by completing our Expression of Interest form - link in bio & tagged on stories.

・・・Our message to the arts & culture sector: will you join us and show Courage for Refugee Week 2026?Refugee Week mark...
25/11/2025


・・・
Our message to the arts & culture sector: will you join us and show Courage for Refugee Week 2026?

Refugee Week marks 75 years since the UN Refugee Convention – a commitment that people forced to flee deserve protection, dignity and hope.

But right now refugees in the UK and globally face rising hostility, as well as the communities that support them. So now more than ever, art and culture matter.

In 2025, Refugee Week saw 15,000+ activities & events, participation across 20+ countries, 2.3 million attendees, and involvement from 1,000 schools, 500 libraries and 100 local authorities. And we're going to make Refugee Week 2026 (15-21 June) even bigger!

Want to take part? From programming to platforming, partnerships and more, you can play a vital part.

Let us know you plan to take part by completing our Expression of Interest form - link in bio & tagged on stories.

・・・Did you know a refugee helped inspire Elphaba’s look in the ?For , it was important to use micro braids for her cha...
22/11/2025


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Did you know a refugee helped inspire Elphaba’s look in the ?

For , it was important to use micro braids for her character, Elphaba, to honour Black women.

For Marie Josée Mampuya-Yonda, who came to the UK as a Congolese refugee, the invitation to support a talented team of many working on the various intricate braids and wigs was a recognition of her dedication and hard work.

Marie Josée has mentored and supported other refugee women since opening her salon over 30 years ago, helping them build their lives and careers, and she's determined to continue giving back to the community that welcomed and supported her in North London.

・・・📢 There is still more work to be done to defend asylum seekers in Long Eaton.Join us THIS SATURDAY to show that you...
03/09/2025


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📢 There is still more work to be done to defend asylum seekers in Long Eaton.

Join us THIS SATURDAY to show that you stand with them against hate and racism.

Mark your calendar...more details to follow...

📆 SATURDAY 6 SEPTEMBER
🕚 11:30 AM
📍 Best Western Hotel, Long Eaton, NG10 4EP
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・・・Community is a superpower! This Refugee Week we celebrated the many incredible people who volunteer their time, car...
23/06/2025


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Community is a superpower! This Refugee Week we celebrated the many incredible people who volunteer their time, care and skills to help refugees make a home in their communities.

FRIDAY 20 JUNE – COMMUNITY SHARING TABLEJoin us in Strelley for a warm, welcoming afternoon of food, music, storytelling...
19/06/2025

FRIDAY 20 JUNE – COMMUNITY SHARING TABLE
Join us in Strelley for a warm, welcoming afternoon of food, music, storytelling and celebration for Refugee Week.

🍲 Bring a dish to share if you’re able
🎶 Enjoy music, performances and laughter
🤝 Everyone is welcome

📍 Strelley Social Club, Helston Drive, NG8 6JZ
🕚 11AM–2PM
🎟 Free | No booking needed
👥 Hosted by Forever Young & Evolve CIC
📩 [email protected]

🗓️ Refugee Week – Wednesday 19 JuneHere’s what’s happening across Nottingham. These events explore journeys of refuge, c...
19/06/2025

🗓️ Refugee Week – Wednesday 19 June
Here’s what’s happening across Nottingham. These events explore journeys of refuge, community, and creative resistance.

🕚 11AM–1PM | What Does it Mean to be a Refugee?
Join the National Holocaust Museum for a guided tour of The Journey, a newly reopened exhibition. Hear refugee stories, view artefacts, and reflect on why people are forced to flee and how they are received.
📍 National Holocaust Museum, Laxton, NG22 0PA
🎟️ £10 adult / £7.50 child (includes tour)
🔗 Book at https://holocaust.org.uk/whats-on

🕐 1PM–3PM | Paddington at the Broadway
A free film screening for people seeking asylum, hosted by Care4Calais.
📍 Broadway Cinema, Broad Street, NG1 3AL
📝 Please arrive 15 minutes early
💬 Info stall open to all — learn more about volunteering
🔗 Tickets via https://city-arts.org.uk/whats-on

🚶🏽‍♀️ 2PM–5PM | Community Walk
Start at the Sky Mirror and join us for a guided walk through Nottingham’s cultural landmarks. End with tea and cake.
📍 Nottingham Playhouse, Wellington Circus, NG1 5AF
🎟️ Free
🔗 More at nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk (https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/)

🎥 7:30PM–9:30PM | Launch of The Luckiest Girl Alive
A screening and conversation with activist Hoda Ali and artist Nikki Charlesworth, sharing their collaboration on a verbatim puppet show about survival, FGM, and sanctuary.
📍 City Arts, Hockley, NG1 1FH
🎟️ Free | Recommended age 13+
🔗 Book at https://city-arts.org.uk/whats-on

For full listings, visit: nottinghamrefugeeweek.org

🎭 Nottingham Playhouse Two Events for Refugee WeekJoin us a Nottingham Playhouse this Refugee Week for two powerful, c...
17/06/2025

🎭 Nottingham Playhouse Two Events for Refugee Week

Join us a Nottingham Playhouse this Refugee Week for two powerful, creative events celebrating community and sanctuary.

🎧 12–6PM | Meet Your Neighbours Installation
Step into a miniature pop-up neighbourhood and explore stories from people seeking sanctuary in the UK, through audio, art, and digital design, created by Maison Foo and artists from around the world.

🎶 6–8:30PM | Community as a Superpower with Refugee Roots
An evening of live music, joy, and reflection — with performances from local artists and a second chance to experience Meet Your Neighbours after hours.

📅 Wednesday 18 June 2025
📍 Nottingham Playhouse, NG1 5AF
🎟️ Free entry
🌐 nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk

☕ British Red Cross – Games, Music & FoodWe all need spaces to heal and connect. This Refugee Week Celebrate cultures, ...
17/06/2025

☕ British Red Cross – Games, Music & Food

We all need spaces to heal and connect. This Refugee Week

Celebrate cultures, connection, and community with the British Red Cross Wednesday Project.

Enjoy a warm welcome, music, games, and a cuppa, all in good company.

📅 Wednesday 18 June 2025
🕑 2–4PM
📍 St Andrew’s with Castle Gate URC, NG1 5JT
🎟️ Free | Over 18s only
📧 [email protected]

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・・・We are delighted to be involved in Refugee Week again this June and we’re excited to invite you to get involved... ...
16/06/2025


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We are delighted to be involved in Refugee Week again this June and we’re excited to invite you to get involved... 🙌

Hosted by Refugee Roots Women’s Group, we join them in warmly inviting you to a morning of Bollywood Dance 💃, with Gualra Dlixat, on Tue 17 Jun, 10.30am-12pm.

This is a women’s dance session. We are an inclusive space and all women are welcome - No previous dance experience required, just come and enjoy the music and movement.

Later in the week on Sun 22 Jun 5pm-8pm, we invite you to bring the Refugee Week celebrations to a close with a special evening of music from across the globe with DJ Mayeva and DJ Simba.
Be together with music and celebrated the world, our city and the people in it. 🤩

Activities are free and suitable for all interests and abilities. We recommend booking a free ticket in advance via the link in our bio as capacities are limited. 🎟️

There’s lots more taking place across the city to celebrate Refugee week so make sure to check the whole programme out!

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