This strategic Think Tank was convened to explore and address the intersections between music, migration, and displacement. The initiative brought together artists, cultural leaders, policy makers, academics, funders, and grassroots organisations to collectively envision more inclusive, sustainable, and impactful ways to create opportunities for refugee and migrant musicians and foster meaningful musical participation among displaced communities.

Migration is as old as humanity and as it continues to shape our society, music emerges not only as a form of cultural expression and emotional survival but also as a tool for community-building, advocacy, and socio-economic inclusion. This Think Tank aims to generate actionable insights, identify structural barriers, and propose frameworks for ethical, long-term support, career development, and community engagement.

This Think Tank was produced by Britten Pears Arts in partnership with Counterpoints Arts as part of the Platforma Festival 2025.

Please click the links below to access the executive summary and outcomes of the Think Tank and the images to access short vox pops from some participants. 

Think Tank: Music, Migration and Displacement Executive Summary