This week is the official Refugee Week in Australia. Run by the Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA), Refugee Week provides a platform where positive images of refugees can be promoted in order to create a culture of welcome throughout the country.
When refugees flee, they are forced to abandon everything they know and love. They are separated from family members, lose belongings, are left with little or no money. Most have no idea what kind of future awaits them.
In seeking refuge in another country refugees are hoping to find freedom from that fear. They are looking for the opportunity to lead a normal life, as part of a community, where they can live in safety and security, find work and send their children to school.
In choosing the theme as "Freedom from Fear", RCOA are hoping to draw attention not just to the fear that compels refugees to run, but the relief they feel when they are welcomed into another country and given the opportunity to rebuild their lives.
As mentioned in the show on June 21st, some upcoming events maybe of interest are:
Wednesday 23 June - Adelaide
Oromo Women’s Advocacy Group Michira Festival
A community event celebrating Oromo culture (Ethiopian) including costumes,
Dance, music and food.
Details: 1.00pm-3.00pm; Migrant Resource Centre Main Hall 59 King William St, Adelaide SA. Contact Medina Wako (tel) 0423 234 261 or (email) medina_workineh@yahoo.com
Wednesday 23 June - Adelaide
MRC ARTS Sudan Youth Theatre Project - The Faithful Women (A comedy)
Come and see a short performance by the new Sudanese Youth Theatre group.
This short contemporary comedy has been written and produced by talented young Sudanese writers and performers.
Details: 6:30pm; Coglin St Community Centre, 23 Coglin St, Adelaide. Contact MRC Arts, (tel) 8217 9512 or (email) keith@mrcsa.com.au.
Saturday 26 June - Adelaide
SUDAN: A celebration
A celebration of South Australia’s Sudanese community groups. An explosion of colour, dancing, drumming, costumes and cultural performances. Featuring performances by Abyei Dance Group, Acholi Dance Group, African Flavours Dancers, Aweil Dance Group, Azande Dance Group, Bari Dance Group, Bor Dance Groups, Gogrial Dance Group, Kuku Dance Group,Madi Dance Group, Nuer Dance Group, Sudanese Church Choir, Sudan Youth Theatre Project and community performances.
Details: 7:00pm; Her Majesty’s Theatre, Grote St, Adelaide. Tickets: $25/$20. For Bookings call BASS on 1312 46.
For more event details and information, please visit http://www.refugeeweek.org.au/
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