Migration-Themed Book Club

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Audience

Adults and Teens

Attendees

5-7

Number of facilitators

1

Level

Beginner

Preparation

1 hour 30 minutes

Activity

2 hours

Description

A book club centered on migration-themed literature, written by or about migrants, displacement, and cultural adaptation. Participants read selected books or excerpts beforehand (or together during the session), then engage in a reflective, creative session.
Artistic elements—such as drawing, poetry, or collage—can be added to enrich the discussion, making it a participatory learning experience.

Objectives

Participants will:
• Explore migration-related themes such as identity, home, belonging, and resilience
through literature.
• Practice empathy and intercultural understanding.
• Express insights creatively.

Worked skills

• Reading comprehension
• Critical thinking
• Intercultural communication
• Creative expression
• Active listening and empathy

Prerequisites for the audience

• Basic language understanding (or translation support)

Equipment

• Tables and chairs for reading and creative work
• Art materials (paper, pens, pencils, colored markers, collage supplies, etc.)
• (Optional) Flipchart or whiteboard

Content used

• Migration-themed books, stories, or excerpts – preferably by migrant authors
• Copies of the selected reading (print or digital)