“To me, a home is where you feel loved, safe, and cherished.”- Malala Yousafzai
Refugee Week Greece returns for its third year, produced by Counterpoints Arts and We are Community, continuing to amplify the global movement celebrating the resilience, diversity, and creativity of individuals who have experienced forced displacement. This cultural festival honours their contributions and authentic stories, taking place annually to coincide with World Refugee Day on June 20th.
Through a week-long program of diverse events, activities, and workshops, the festival aims to foster a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by displaced individuals and highlight the positive impact they make.
Finding a home today presents a significant challenge for displaced communities. Recognising the critical importance of having a home for all—both new arrivals and long-time residents of Greece’s cities—is essential and understanding the difficulties many face in securing a safe place to live.
Refugee Week 2024 embraces the theme of “Our Home,” inviting everyone to reflect on the essence of home. From the communal spaces where we share meals to our shared planet, Earth, we celebrate what home means to each of us. Together, we can strive to ensure that everyone has access to a safe and sustainable home. Through collective effort and solidarity, we can build a better future for everyone.
This year, Refugee Week Greece is encouraging everyone to make their events plastic-free, and to pledge support for a plastic-free Refugee Week Greece. To assist in this effort, the festival has created a Plastic Free Guide to all organisers and attendees. The festival organisers will also provide tips and advice to help people plan events accordingly and inform them about available facilities, ensuring they come ready to support this sustainable initiative.
Refugee Week Greece aims to foster collaboration among a diverse range of participants and partners to promote a positive message for refugees, inspiring collective action toward more inclusive societies. Engagement in community activities in integrated spaces provides opportunities to learn new skills, refine hobbies, and enhance confidence. Active participation in community endeavours fosters personal development and a sense of contribution, offering fulfilment and meaning through projects that benefit society.
Refugee Week 2024 is 17–23 June, join us!
Learn more on the Refugee Week Greece website.
