Hummingbird School and Community Outreach
Our school and community outreach work creates opportunities for young people, educators and communities to learn about refugee experiences, migration and belonging, while challenging the stereotypes and misinformation that can shape how refugees and people seeking sanctuary are understood.
We bring the voices and experiences of young refugees to these conversations, creating space for people to ask questions, explore different perspectives and think critically about the world around them.
We work with schools, colleges, universities, community groups and other organisations across Sussex and beyond.
Through workshops, talks and events, we connect learning about migration and displacement with the human stories behind the headlines. Our approach is participatory, thoughtful and rooted in anti-oppressive practice. We create spaces where people can ask questions, have conversations and reflect on their own assumptions and experiences and use creative exercises to make learning engaging and relevant.
At a time when conversations about refugees and migration are increasingly shaped by fear, misinformation and division, creating opportunities for honest conversation and human connection matters.
We believe that when people have the opportunity to listen, learn and see beyond the headlines, they can become part of a more welcoming community.
Together, we can build a community standing together for the rights and protections of young refugees.
Book a workshop
Would you like Hummingbird to visit your school, college or community group? We'd love to hear from you.
We believe every child and young person should have the opportunity to learn about migration, displacement and belonging. We never charge for our educational workshops and we're committed to making these sessions accessible to all. If you would like to book a workshop, please complete the enquiry form.
What will participants gain?
We hope participants will develop a:
Greater understanding
A deeper understanding of why people become refugees and what it can be like to seek safety and rebuild your life in a new place.
More informed perspectives
The confidence to question stereotypes, misinformation and the narratives they encounter about refugees and migration.
Connection
An opportunity to see the person behind the label and recognise the shared experiences, hopes and ambitions that connect us.
"Thank you for sharing your story with us. It was so insightful and humbling to hear you speak about your experiences, and our pupils greatly benefited from hearing your personal journey and inspiring path”