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Courage in Community
Date: Sunday, 21 June 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Zhulin Hidden Village, 100–104 Lewisham High Street, London SE13 5JH
EasyStepUK is pleased to host a free community event as part of Refugee Week 2026.
This year's Refugee Week theme is Courage.
Through community activities, cultural exchange and meaningful conversations, we will explore what courage means in everyday life — welcoming others, building friendships, overcoming challenges, sharing experiences and creating stronger communities.
This event aims to bring together local residents, migrants, people seeking sanctuary, volunteers and community organisations in a positive and inclusive environment.
Activities
Beginner-friendly Tai Chi
Courage Wall community reflections
Courage Conversations
Cultural sharing and demonstrations
Community networking
Informal storytelling and community engagement activities
Who Can Attend?
Everyone is welcome.
This event is particularly relevant for:
People seeking sanctuary
Migrant communities
Local residents and families
Students and volunteers
Community groups
Anyone interested in building stronger and more connected communities
What We Hope to Achieve
Through this event we aim to:
Improve wellbeing
Reduce isolation
Encourage community connection
Promote cultural understanding
Celebrate courage, resilience and belonging
Create opportunities for meaningful conversations
Accessibility
This event is free and beginner-friendly.
Please note that the venue has some access limitations. If you have mobility requirements or other accessibility needs, please contact us before the event and we will do our best to support your participation.
Volunteer Opportunities
We are recruiting volunteers to support Refugee Week 2026.
Unlike many event volunteering roles, this opportunity focuses on community engagement, conversation and helping people connect.
Volunteers will help create a welcoming atmosphere, encourage participation, support the Courage Wall, and help facilitate positive conversations between people from different backgrounds.
This role is particularly suitable for students and individuals interested in:
Community engagement
Social impact
Communications
Storytelling
Journalism
Social sciences
Public service
Volunteering
Cultural exchange
No previous experience is required.
Volunteer guidance and conversation prompts will be provided.
Existing EasyStepUK volunteers: Please contact us directly to confirm your availability.
New volunteers: Please complete our volunteer registration form:
Volunteer Information
What Will Volunteers Do?
Volunteers may be asked to:
Welcome participants
Introduce people to one another
Encourage community conversations
Support Courage Wall activities
Help collect reflections and feedback
Take photographs or videos where consent has been given
Support community activities and workshops
Assist the event team when required
Good Practice
Please:
Listen respectfully
Treat everyone with dignity
Respect confidentiality
Be patient and inclusive
Ask permission before taking photographs or recordings
Please do not:
Ask about immigration status
Ask about asylum claims
Ask about legal matters
Ask about personal trauma
Provide immigration, legal, medical or financial advice
If someone requires support, please refer them to an EasyStepUK team member.
Volunteer Goals
We encourage volunteers to:
Speak with at least 5 participants
Help introduce at least 2 people who have not met before
Collect 3 reflections about courage or community
Encourage contributions to the Courage Wall
Help create a welcoming atmosphere for all
Courage Conversation Guide
Choose a few questions and enjoy the conversation.
Getting to Know Each Other
What brought you to today's event?
Is this your first Refugee Week event?
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
What is something that makes you smile?
Community & Belonging
What makes a community welcoming?
What helps people feel included?
What does belonging mean to you?
What would you like to see more of in your community?
Culture & Identity
Is there something from your culture that you enjoy sharing with others?
What food reminds you of home?
What tradition is important to you?
What would you like others to know about your culture?
Courage
What does courage mean to you?
Who inspires you?
What helps you overcome challenges?
What advice would you give to someone facing a difficult situation?
Hope & The Future
What are you hopeful about this year?
What positive change would you like to see in your community?
What is one goal you would like to achieve?
What message would you like to leave for future generations?
After your conversation, consider sharing your thoughts on our Courage Wall.
Photography, Video and Story Sharing
Photographs and videos may be taken during this event.
Individual interviews, personal stories and video testimonials will only be recorded with consent.
Photos, videos and participant reflections may be used for:
EasyStepUK website
EasyStepUK social media channels
Event reports
Funding reports
Community engagement materials
Participants may decline photography, video recording or story sharing at any time.
Contact Us
Email: info@easystepuk.org
We look forward to welcoming you to Refugee Week 2026 – Courage in Community.
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