PEN Perth
Share
20/06/2026
On World Refugee Day, 20 June, we recognise the courage, resilience and contributions of millions of people around the world who have been forced to flee their homes because of conflict, persecution, violence or human rights abuses.
At PEN Perth, we stand in solidarity with refugees, asylum seekers and displaced writers whose voices are too often silenced. We affirm the importance of freedom of expression, the right to tell one’s story, and the dignity of every person seeking safety and a place to belong.
Today is an opportunity to listen, learn and act with compassion. Behind every refugee statistic is a human story of loss, hope, strength and survival.
In Iran, at least 22 prisoners have been hanged in the last six weeks - according to the Center for Human Rights in Iran - including 10 people who were detained during the anti-government protests in January.
Iran’s most famous human rights campaigner - Narges Mohammadi, who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2023 - has been in prison in north-west Iran since February.
Her family says there’s been a sharp deterioration of her health in recent days - and fear she will die if she doesn’t receive adequate medical care.
Listen to this podcast for latest updates - link in bio 🙏
Lovely interview with Ma Thida, during her Fellowship supported by PEN Perth and the Centre for Stories.
Click here to claim your Sponsored Listing.
Website
Address
100 ABERDEEN Street
Perth, WA
6003
