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Arts and Refugees: History, Impact and Future

An insightful report from The Paul Hamlyn Foundation exploring the knowledge and understanding of arts and refugees.

Theme

Refugees & Migration

Type of Resource

Report

Source

Paul Hamlyn Foundation

Refugee art
Refugee art
  • For Everyone

Arts and Refugees: History, Impact and Future

Theme

Refugees & Migration

Type of Resource

Report

Source

Paul Hamlyn Foundation

About this resource

This article highlights how art activities can enhance community cohesion and support immigrants integrate into our community. The report was commissioned in 2007 by Arts Council England, London, the Baring Foundation and the Paul Hamlyn Foundation to address the community cohesion policy at the time, but the findings are still relevant today.

Why we recommend this resource

This is an excellent resource for anyone who is interested in using art to enhance community cohesion and integration. The report provides case studies of various art community projects with refugees and gives some recommendations for improved practice.

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10: Reduced Inequalities
Reduce inequality within and among countries.
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