During my internship at The Geutanyoe Foundation in 2019, I led a series of craft and creative writing workshops for child refugees from Myanmar, Syria, and Afghanistan. Many of these children were living in temporary shelters or monastic schools, where access to creative and emotionally enriching activities was limited.

 

Through hands-on craft activities and guided creative writing exercises, the workshops offered a safe and joyful space for self-expression and storytelling.

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My goal was to create a space whereby art can be a tool for healing and connection, helping children not only learn new skills but also feel seen, heard, and valued. Each session emphasised play, imagination, and emotional literacy, underscoring the role of art in nurturing resilience and identity in displaced and diasporic and displaced communities.