June was an action-packed month for Bath Welcomes Refugees, with lots of opportunities to celebrate our wonderful community. We proudly participated in Refugee Week, including the inaugural Bath Refugee Festival at Fairfield House. Our volunteers, responding to our ‘You Said, We Did’ survey, helped people register with and get to know Bath Central Library. They also joined […]
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Why I speak of hope
Written by Mir Abdullah Miri As we approach Refugee Week, I find myself reflecting on how ‘hope’ moves differently for people who have been displaced. For many of us, especially in those first months or even years after arrival, emotions come and go in waves. One day you might feel full of purpose. The next, […]
Read moreCelebrate refugee week 2025 with powerful films that inspire and inform
As part of this year’s Refugee Week, we’re excited to share the official Film Programme, a thoughtful and moving selection of films exploring themes of home, belonging, and resilience. Explore the 2025 Film Programme here:refugeeweek.org.uk/take-part/film-programme These films highlight the diverse stories and experiences of refugees and displaced people around the world. Whether you’re looking to […]
Read moreYou said, we did
We recently asked people who come to various activities what they thought. Here are people’s responses in You said/We did form: You wanted news and information in your own language We have a new website which can be read in your language You wanted help with finding work We are talking to local businesses You […]
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