21st - 23rd June 2024
8:05pm - 8:35pm
Kuala Lumpur & Selangor Chinese Assembly Hall
The Refugee Festival 2024
| TIME | EVENT |
| 12:00pm | Bazaar & Exhibition |
| 3:00pm - 3:10pm (10 min) |
Welcome Address by
- Abeera: festival co-director - Mohamed: festival co-director |
| 3:15 pm - 3:35 pm (20 min) |
Opening Remarks by Miss Alina Kwan first political secretary at the Canadian High Commission in Malaysia
Issack-Community leader |
| 3:40 pm - 3:50 pm (10 min) |
Opening Dance by Yemen Culture: Aljawfi dance features light movements and fast dancing rhythms that characterize the region and its roots. Sanaani dance is influenced by strong local beliefs. |
| 3:55 pm - 4:20 pm (25 min) |
Amirmasoud and amazing Iran singer thats has passion in singing in different genre and does busking in Malaysia spreading his music. |
| 4:25 pm - 4:35 pm (10 min) |
Spoken Word Performance by Mohamed Sano |
| 4:35 pm - 4:45 pm (10min) |
Special Speaker: Founder of REF – Remarks About the Festival |
| 4:50 pm - 5:20 pm (30 min) |
Break |
| 5:25 pm - 5:40 pm (15 min) |
Violin performance by a Miks Academy teacher and student |
| 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm (45 min) |
Panel Discussion: Media representation of refugees: Combatting stereotypes and promoting empathy |
| 6:45 pm- 7:00 pm (15min) |
Meet Daryl, an exciting addition to the comedy scene. With nearly a year of experience performing at open mic nights in both Chinese and English, Daryl is ready to delight audiences with his unique comedic stylings. Get ready to embrace the humor of this promising talent, who will keep you laughing every step of the way |
| 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm (30 min) |
Film Screening - NEMAT about Regaining humanity |
| 7:35 pm- 7:50 pm (15 min) |
Music Performance by Rohingya artists from penang |
| 7:55 pm- 8:05pm (10min) |
Afique Danial Izzad Bogers: Singing and Rap Performance (Action, Men Like Flowers) - Local Talent |
| 8:05 pm - 8:35 pm (30 min) |
Camerata dell'Arte of Kuala Lumpur presents:
Myanmar Cultural Dance Group: Hornbill performing Bamboo Dance |
| 8:40 pm | End of Day One |
| TIME | EVENT |
| 12:00pm | Bazaar & Exhibition |
| 3:00pm - 3:05pm (5 min) |
Opening remarks - Emcee |
| 3:05pm - 3:15pm (10 min) |
Somali (Dhaanto) cultural performance: Dhaanto is a traditional dance performed at weddings to celebrate special events |
| 3:0pm - 3:40 pm (20 min) |
Theater Performance by SWAM: "Stolen Life - The Journey of a Young Mother" |
| 3:45pm - 3:55 pm (10 min) |
Presentation by Sabri: "Project Stand Up (PSU), a Refugee-Led Initiative in Malaysia
– Needs Assessment Research” |
| 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm (45 min) |
PANEL:
Mental health challenges among refugee populations: Addressing trauma and resilience. Names of Panelist; Pyng Mohamed Ali Shamir Nani basri |
| 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm (30min) |
Break |
| 5:15 pm -5:25 pm (10 min) |
South Sudan cultural dance showcasing different ethnicities from different parts of Sudan. |
| 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm (55 min) |
PANEL:
Refugee integration: Building inclusive communities. Names: Chen - Azalea initiative Aisha Hakim - AAM Omar |
| 6:20 pm - 6:35 pm (15 min) |
Feroza Online School Students: Singing Performance and Discussion on Dreams and Struggles |
| 6:40 pm - 7:10 pm (30min) |
Film Screening - The forgotten Babies by The Fourth Alliance |
| 7:10 pm - 7:40 pm (30 min) |
Break |
| 7:45 pm-7:55 pm (10 min) |
Performance by Palestinian Dabke traditional folk dance characterized by rhythmic foot stomping ,synchronized movement reflecting cultural heritage and social gatherings |
| 8:00 pm - 8:10 pm (10min) |
Lisu traditional dance from Myanmar, especially Kachin state. The music is pleasant and reflects the Lisu people's respect for nature, love for life, hard work, courage and optimistic spirit. |
| 8:15 pm | End of Day Two |
| TIME | EVENT |
| 12:00pm | Bazaar & Exhibition |
| 3:00pm - 3:10pm (10 min) |
Opening; Emcee Silent Palestinian tribute - Halim |
| 3.15pm - 3:25 pm (25 min) |
Sudanese Traditional Dance: Expressing Happiness and Joy with Bright Colors |
| 3.30pm - 3:45 pm (15 min) |
Special Speaker: Wen Li – Introduction about Youth Empowerment Support |
| 3:45 pm - 3:55 pm (10 min) |
Singing Performance by the Amazing Sisters: Ammara and Sara |
| 4:00 pm - 4:10 pm (10 min) |
Sudanese theater performance
a compelling play that delves into the poignant and complex narrative of the war in Sudan. Through powerful storytelling and vivid performances, this production aims to shed light on the human experiences, struggles, and resilience in the midst of conflict, exploring the profound impact of war on the lives of individuals. Get ready to be moved by the upcoming play that unfolds the untold stories of the Sudanese conflict. |
| 4:15 pm - 4:45 pm (30min) |
Break |
| 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm (30 min) |
Performance by Marco George: multi-genre singer songwriter based in KL: he explores pop, r&b, jazz, blues and psychedelic. |
| 5:20 pm - 6:05 pm (45 min) |
Roundtable Discussion
Refugee women and children: Unique vulnerabilities and protection needs. Names of Panelist; Ammara as moderator Lenna - Yemen Community Amy - teen pregnancy Zuleykha - Mewro Naciima - SWAM |
| 6:10 pm - 6:20 pm (10 min) |
Special speaker – Majouy Kryom, South Sudan community leader. The speech focuses on refugee lives, struggles, and dreams. |
| 6:25 pm - 6:45 pm (20 min) |
Theater performance by Mustafa, a Yemeni theater performer: "Tears of Blood."
"It's too late to save us, because our countries are dying. I know we are talented but we are refugees, birds without space, without wings. And we will die alone. This is our life." |
| 6:50 pm - 7:20 pm (30 min) |
Break |
| 7:25 pm - 7:55 pm (30 min) |
Musical theater performance by Parastoo (Fly without wings) |
| 8:00pm | Closing Ceremony of the Refugee Festival |