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vahahubs.org/hubs/storytelling-basecamp The Solidarity Basecamp hub creates an inclusive space for migrants and refugees, especially women and gender-diverse individuals, to learn storytelling as a tool for connection and dialogue. Through 6 workshops (both online and in-person) and 1-on-1 mentoring, participants will develop storytelling, communication, and performance skills, fostering a sense of belonging and solidarity. Digital tools like Canva, Miro, and Zoom will support online sessions. The workshops will culminate in a public event with performances and dialogues at BAK, involving local authorities, civil society organisations, and cultural groups. Targeting 12-15 migrant or refugee participants, the project will be coordinated by NWC, with BAK providing the venue, organising events, and managing marketing. The hub aims to enhance storytelling skills, foster collaboration, and encourage public dialogue on migration to bridge understanding between migrants and local communities.

Hür Adalar, meaning “Sovereign Isles,” is an artist residency program based in Antalya that provides a collaborative living and working environment for artists and researchers. Centered around a shared home studio, it encourages early-stage experimentation and the free exchange of ideas. Emphasising self-publishing and process-oriented work, the program supports artistic research and alternative modes of production. The concept of “sovereignty” reflects a commitment to economic autonomy and creative independence within a broader global framework. By facilitating direct, unfiltered engagement between residents and their audiences, Hür Adalar positions collective living as a form of cultural resistance and renewal.