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Chapter 6: Celebrating cultural diversity (14 mins)

Chapter 6: Celebrating cultural diversity
Summary

Refugee Week is an annual programme of arts, cultural and educational events that celebrate the contribution of refugees to the UK and encourage a better understanding between communities. At a primary school in London, children enjoy an Arabic calligraphy workshop and a puppet show. At a second London primary school, the curriculum reflects the cultural diversity of the school population. During Refugee Week, a ‘World Day’ celebration involves children, teachers and parents. In Portsmouth, children and parents take part in intercultural arts workshops that raise awareness of the city’s cultural diversity.