We are looking for artists and creators working across all media (visual, writers, theatre, music, dance) interested in topics surrounding migration, to fund pieces and performances as part of a series of events in London during 2018 on Migration and Health. Personal narratives, celebrations of migration and critiques of inhumane immigration systems are all welcome.
The UCL-Lancet Commission on Migration and Health is applying for mid-tier funding through the Wellcome Public Engagement fund to create an online platform alongside a festival/ series of events that bring to the public in an accessible way, the findings of the Migration and Health Commission.
Migration is a crucial issue for public health, with currently nearly a quarter of a billion international migrants and more than three times this number migrating within their home country. Migration is not a new phenomenon, however there has been an upward trend in both voluntary and forced migration over recent years. Health outcomes in migrant populations are influenced by a multitude of factors, with diverse physical, psychological, cultural, socioeconomic and political factors directly influencing health. A well-considered and humane policy direction offers significant opportunities to make major gains in health, well-being and livelihoods for these populations.
The themes of the commission include:
1. Data and Health Outcomes
2. Forced Migration and Crises
3. Vulnerabilities
4. Law, Human Rights and Politics
5. Socio-Cultural Factors and Identity
6. Health Systems
7. Migration and work
As a group of researchers experienced in securing Wellcome funding, we want to expand our means of engagement. We are looking to collaborate with artists who would be interested in expressing our research findings to encourage public and political engagement and discourse on this theme.
This form is for initial expression of interest and any early ideas you may have. We aim to use the funding to support creation and implementation of your ideas, most likely through a fellowship scheme.
Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis. Any questions can be directed to
ritaissa88@gmail.com.
