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Yesterday a story hit the news of four people from one family dying as their boat sank…

David Carril left Spain during the economical crisis in search of a better future in the UK…

Omar Alhmdan fled war-torn Syria and moved with his family to Aberdeen in 2016 where he was warmly welcomed into a hospitable community.

Farah came to the UK for a better life and future for her and her family, what started off as an opportunity to lead a better life for her children became a narrow escape from revolution and war.

We must create a different narrative to counter the hate towards those coming to the UK to seek asylum.

From fleeing a dictatorship to being separated from his family to the struggle of claiming asylum, Bekele Woyecha never lost hope. Now he is leading a new organisation to increase welcome for refugees in the UK.

Just a few small actions can help ensure that those who need refuge are protected and allowed to thrive.

For Refugee Week 2020, we continue to share stories of people going above and beyond throughout the pandemic.

Esther Baleh and her family fled Syria during the early stages of the civil war. She now lives in the UK and, while studying fashion, dedicates her time to volunteering and humanitarian work.

The IMIX team came up with a few book suggestion for Refugee Week as an opportunity to explore stories of travel, exile, and personal growth.

For Refugee Week, we continue to celebrate the refugees and the communities who support them, making a difference in their communities during Covid-19.

After seeking asylum from the war in Syria, Mohamad Bwedany and his family have finally reunited in the UK.