Shaping Nations: Migration stories in Wales
Stories of migration have a proud place in Welsh history. From the arrival of Jewish refugees in the Second World War, to the resettlement of Syrian refugees, those seeking sanctuary in Wales have contributed to many aspects of Welsh society.
These communities have brought unique traditions, skills, and perspectives that have been woven into the broader cultural fabric of Wales. Music, food, the spoken and written words… Welsh culture today would be unrecognisable without migration.
This project is made possible by our wonderful funders – the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Through their support we have an opportunity to celebrate our shared history. We’re encouraging people to tell their own stories to offer an alternative narrative to the victimisation of refugee identities. From Refugee Week to the National Eisteddfod, our team are engaging with people at cultural events across Wales to hear what migration means to us all.
Our project will be pan Wales, as we believe that our whole country has so much to gain from sharing migration stories. Sanctuary seekers can be sent to any area of Wales and we are here to help local communities to welcome them.
We have found that our communities have the answers. Through this two year project, we will collaborate with educators to produce materials to inform young people about the experiences of asylum seekers and refugees.
These communities have brought unique traditions, skills, and perspectives that have been woven into the broader cultural fabric of Wales. Music, food, the spoken and written words… Welsh culture today would be unrecognisable without migration.
This project is made possible by our wonderful funders – the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Through their support we have an opportunity to celebrate our shared history. We’re encouraging people to tell their own stories to offer an alternative narrative to the victimisation of refugee identities. From Refugee Week to the National Eisteddfod, our team are engaging with people at cultural events across Wales to hear what migration means to us all.
Our project will be pan Wales, as we believe that our whole country has so much to gain from sharing migration stories. Sanctuary seekers can be sent to any area of Wales and we are here to help local communities to welcome them.
We have found that our communities have the answers. Through this two year project, we will collaborate with educators to produce materials to inform young people about the experiences of asylum seekers and refugees.
