In this very first episode, Refuge and Resilience delves into the transformative power of music in the lives of asylum seekers.

Featuring the stories of Ayaovi and Dilan , who regularly attend music sessions at Asylum Link Merseyside, this episode explores how music bridges cultural divides and provides emotional solace.

Lizzie Watts, a music therapist, shares her experiences working with people from diverse backgrounds, highlighting the universal language of music. The episode is a poignant reflection on the importance of community support and the healing power of music in challenging times.

Here are the highlights:

(05:31) Music and culture in a multilingual setting.

(11:48) Music preferences and cultural differences.

(17:27) Song meanings and emotions.

(20:56) Music's power to connect people.

To find out more about Lizzie, and the work of Nordoff & Robbins click here or connect on Instagram

Asylum Link Merseyside is a community centre that offers support to people seeking sanctuary in Liverpool. This includes hot meals, food supplies, clothes, English classes, casework advice and well-being activities.

You can donate here

https://www.asylumlink.org.uk/support-us/donating/

Connect with Asylum Link:

https://www.asylumlink.org.uk/

https://www.facebook.com/asylumlinkmerseyside

Action Asylum is a national initiative that creates opportunities for people seeking sanctuary to volunteer alongside local people in their communities. The partner organisation for the Liverpool Action Asylum project is Asylum Link Merseyside.

Connect with Action Asylum:

https://www.instagram.com/action.asylum.liverpool_alm/

https://twitter.com/action_asylum

https://www.actionasylum.uk/

This podcast is proudly produced by The Podcast Boutique

Graphics by Leo Welton

Artwork by Bahroz

Edited by Petra Jones