UNHCR Australia

World Refugee Day Lunch

ضیافت ناهار روز جهانی پناهندگان
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Guest speaker reflecting on food, belonging and the refugee experience

As guest speaker for UNHCR Australia's World Refugee Day Lunch, Durkhanai shared personal reflections on migration, identity and the enduring role of food in preserving culture across generations.

Drawing from her family's experience and her writing, she spoke about storytelling as a means of fostering empathy, challenging assumptions and celebrating the richness of refugee communities.