A CELEBRATION of the culture, skills and talents of refugees and displaced individuals will be held in Lichfield next month.
The Garrick will host the Look Who’s Here showcase from 11am to 3.30pm on 13th April.
It has been organised by the City of Sanctuary and will feature stalls displaying crafts, goods and services in areas such as jewellery, wood carving, tailoring, books, painting, photography, food and language classes.
A spokesperson said:
“We are inviting all members of our community who have been displaced from their native homes, or who may face discrimination or exclusion as a result of racism, poverty, abuse, sexuality, disability or violence, to join us in celebrating their skills and life experiences.
“There will also be activities and performances throughout the day, many of which will take place on the main stage, including the Ukranian choir, dramatic performances, multi-lingual storytelling and artists at work.”
For more details email admin@lichfield.cityofsanctuary.org.
Excellent idea! An opportunity for everyone and anyone to see these people as more than refugees and displaced people but as human beings with the same needs and aspirations as any one of us.
Well done to the Lichfield City of Sanctuary group and the Garrick for organising this. I look forward to visiting the showcase and seeing some of the culture that refugees and other disadvantaged people can contribute to our community. This is the kind of event that can really enrich our area and make Lichfield a more welcoming and interesting place for everyone who lives here.