'From Sanctuary to Community'

'From Sanctuary to Community' is a display exploring the experiences of refugees and displaced people within our University community - past, present and future. It is currently in the University Main Library on the Mezzanine level.

A group of seven professionals from Education Beyond Borders standing in front of the University's Old College.
Education Beyond Borders scholars 2024-2025 in the Old College Quad.

About the display

From Sanctuary to Community is a display exploring the experiences of refugees and displaced people within our University community - past, present and future.

It honours the journeys of students and staff who have come to the University of Edinburgh after being forcibly displaced by conflict, war, violence, or persecution. Their personal reflections and lived experiences are shared alongside examples of University initiatives and community support, which contribute to a culture of welcome, support, and solidarity. The display also includes some examples of sanctuary offered in the past from the University's archives.

This display is a collaborative project between the 草榴视频 Communications Team, Education Beyond Borders and Library and University Collections. 

View the display - dates, location, access

Dates: 18 August - 17 October 2025 

Location: Mezzanine level of the Main Library, George Square.

Access: It is open to students and staff to visit during normal Library hours.

All are welcome to attend.

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