Lighthouse Relief and SafePlace International present: Stories & Journeys

Following the theme of ‘Compassion’ for this year’s UK Refugee Week (19-23rd June), Lighthouse Relief (LHR) and SafePlace International (SPI) will host a number of Storytellers to perform pieces of written work, both fictional and from their experiences of migration, and to amplify stories of refugee journeys. The event brings together people with lived experiences and invites volunteers, supporters and friends to gather, listen, learn and celebrate the work of refugee writers and artists. 

Among the storytellers will be Brendan Woodhouse, a search and rescue volunteer and former volunteer with Lighthouse Relief, who will present a newly published auto-biographical book, Doro, co-written with Doro Ģoumãňęh, a refugee from Gambia now living in France. The book documents Doro’s life as a small boy, working on his father's fishing boat, to leaving home, crossing deserts and arriving in Libya; touching on questions of policy and politics, brutality and bravery, survival and belonging - issues that confront refugees everywhere. 

Join us for an evening of stories, music and discussion. The event will include information on the work of both organisations and a call to action for those wishing to express solidarity with refugees both in the UK, Greece and beyond, including ways to get involved.

Saturday, 24 June from 3pm - 6pm
Living Under One Sun Community Hub, Tottenham Hale, Down Lane Park, Park View Rd, London