Uplift Refugee Voices Today

The voices, stories, struggles, and triumphs of immigrants and refugees in the United States is something to be lifted up more now than ever. Their contributions to America have been vast economically, culturally, and socially. In fact, they define what America means today in many ways. But for many, their lives are being upended and torn apart, placing them as scapegoats in some situations. 

Refugee Week is an initiative born out of the UK that brings a beautiful powerful counter message to all of that. It is the world’s largest arts & culture festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary.

Established in 1998 in the UK, Refugee Week takes place every year around World Refugee Day (20th June) and has since grown into a  global arts & culture movement, with events in multiple countries. The theme for 2025 is “Community as a Superpower.” 

Amplifier is partnering with our friends at Big Bowl of Ideas to shine a light on Refugee Week, with the release of these four posters as a series to mark the moment. They include works by artists Stephanie Mercado, Natalie Bui, Caitlin Blunnie, and Jesse Purcell. Each takes a different perspective on the immigrant and refugee experience in the US with a deep sense of belonging.