Sip for Solidarity: Refugee Storyteller event with UK for UNHCR

Sip for Solidarity with UK for UNHCR

Date: Wednesday 22nd October 2025

Time: 18:00 - 22:00

Location: King’s College London – Bush House, 8th Floor North
Strand Campus, 30 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4BG

Tickets: Free [Registration required for donors, KCL students can enter without registration with their student pass]

'Sip for Solidarity' will be a heartfelt evening of storytelling, donor appreciation, and connection. Join UK for UNHCR as we celebrate the incredible generosity of our supporters and hear directly from Refugee Storytellers and humanitarian staff about the impact of your support.

We’re honoured to welcome Maysara, a Syrian refugee advocate who will share his extraordinary journey of displacement, resilience, and rebuilding. Fleeing Syria at just 13 years old, Maysara overcame immense challenges to pursue his dream of education in the UK. Today, he holds two degrees from Durham University.

Maysara will be interviewed by Kana Josée, a fellow Refugee Storyteller, author, and activist raised in Rwanda to Burundian refugee parents. Together, they’ll explore themes of home, identity, and hope in a powerful conversation that reflects the heart of our mission.

Later in the evening, we’ll hear from a UK for UNHCR staff member (TBC), who will share insights into humanitarian work, the stories behind our fundraising efforts, and the incredible donors who make it all possible.

This event will be bringing together donors, students, and community partners in a warm and welcoming space, with free catered food and drink alongside an evening of inspiring conversations.

For students interested in careers in the charity or NGO sector, our Director of People will be available during the event to offer advice, answer questions, and share insights into working in humanitarian organisations.

What to Expect

• Inspiring talks from Refugee Storytellers and UNHCR staff
• Opportunities to connect with fellow supporters and UK for UNHCR staff
• Catered food and drinks throughout the evening
• A relaxed, inclusive atmosphere to celebrate the impact of compassion

Info: Time for guests to arrive and welcomed with refreshments and informal mingling.

Info: Opening words from Lydia, UK4U Director of Strategy and Growth.

Info: Maysara, a Syrian refugee and Durham University student, shares his powerful journey of displacement, resilience, and hope - interviewed by Refugee Story Teller, Kana Josée.

Info: Moderated by Lydia and Kana Josée, this is a chance for guests to ask questions and reflect on Maysara’s story.

Info: You are invited to enjoy food and drinks while connecting with fellow supporters, Refugee Storytellers, and UK for UNHCR staff.

Info: A UK for UNHCR staff member shares insights into their work, the power of storytelling in fundraising, and the impact of donor support.

Info: An open Q&A session with the UK for UNHCR speaker to explore their experiences and reflections further.

Info: Final reflections and thank-yous to guests, speakers, and volunteers.

Info: Guests are welcome to stay for final conversations and goodbyes before the venue closes.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Bush House, 30 Aldwych, London, United Kingdom