REFUGEE RIGHTS & THE CLIMATE CRISIS

Addressing climate justice in the Middle East and North Africa, 

from the perspective of some of the most important and exciting artists.

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The triple threat of climate, colonialism and conflict means that water shortages, inhospitable land, reducing access to food can exacerbate existing crises and lead to further instability. Artists are exploring these ideas, working on projects to heighten awareness and demystify the ideas and challenges surrounding the crisis.

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Our Camp on Fire looks at the perspective of the climate crisis through the eyes of refugees and people under threat of displacement. The triple threat of climate, colonialism and conflict means that water shortages, inhospitable land and reduced access to food can exacerbate existing crises and lead to further instability. This talk will platform artists exploring these ideas, working on projects to heighten awareness and demystify the ideas and challenges surrounding the crisis.

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Ahmed Masoud is a writer and director
Zena Aghai is a poet and writer
Hamza Hamouchene is a researcher and activist
Mohamed Sleiman Labat is an artist and gardener

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As part of Artists / Ideas / Now

in collaboration with Liverpool Arab Arts Festival and Howlround

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