Refugee Week is a UK festival that celebrates the tremendous resilience, creativity and contributions of UK refugees and those who have been displaced.

There will be many events and activities taking place all over the country, covering everything from sports to the arts, culture and education, involving refugees, celebrities, schools and other organisations.

The week-long festival kicks off on the 19th of June through to the 25th of June, and includes a celebration on World Refugee Day, which takes place on Tuesday the 20th of June.

The series of week-long events is an opportunity to foster wider connections that cross communities and experiences. For at least one week every year, we can hear from those in our communities who often go unheard. 

It’s a chance to find the people beyond the labels, to learn about other experiences. 

As we listen to, watch and experience the voices, stories and artworks of those who have been displaced, we can develop a clearer understanding of why people are displaced and what it’s like to be faced with the challenges of finding safety in a new country. 

This year, UNHCR’s theme for World Refugee Day is Hope Away From Home and focuses on solutions for refugees and the power of inclusion. We can all do more to give refugees more hope – and more opportunities – while they are away from home – whoever they are, wherever they come from and whenever they are forced to flee.

Watch this UNHCR page leading up to 19th June for more information and activities.