"The theme for this year's Refugee Week is 'Courage' and highlights from the programme include the inaugural Counterpoints Lecture by writer and activist Elif Shafak, who'll be exploring how displaced artists can reshape our understanding."
"A night of performances co-curated by sitar player and activist Anoushka Shankar and hosted by Nish Kumar will be featured, along with a day-to-night set from DJ collective Our HeartBeats."
"Short film screenings at Arab Film Club will also be part of the programme, emphasizing the diverse contributions of refugees."
Refugee Week returns to the Southbank Centre, celebrating the resilience and contributions of refugees. The event coincides with the 75th anniversary of the Southbank Centre and the 1951 United Nations Refugee Convention. The theme for this year is 'Courage'. Highlights include the inaugural Counterpoints Lecture by Elif Shafak, performances co-curated by Anoushka Shankar, a DJ set from Our HeartBeats, and short film screenings at the Arab Film Club. The event takes place from June 26th to June 28th, 2026.
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