‘Ireland is now my home’: refugees share stories at Saol Nua photo exhibition in Dublin

Saol Nua: The Refugee Experience in Ireland: a photo exhibition featuring the stories of refugees from at least ten countries. Photograph: Saeedullah Safi

Saol Nua: The Refugee Experience in Ireland is on view at the Liffey Room, CHQ Building, in Dublin 1 from June 29th to July 1st, 2024. It was unveiled by the, emphasising Ireland’s role in providing a supportive environment for those fleeing turmoil. “The stories presented in this body of work represent a far greater diversity of experience than most people would imagine is possible for a small island nation,” he said.

He emphasised the role of community groups in welcoming families and individuals, noting that since 2019, the Irish Refugee Council’s community sponsorship team has supported 16 groups, which have welcomed 67 individuals. “Community sponsorship is a great example of when communities come together to do that.”

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