Artist Razieh is a member of Sewing2gether All Nations, who are holding an event on Wednesday 16th June for #RefugeeFestScot.
When Razieh arrived in Scotland, she couldn’t speak English and struggled to understand the Scottish accent. She began English classes at Govan Community Project, where she found out about Sewing2gether All Nations in Paisley, who helped her to settle in her new city.
Razieh worked as an artist and art teacher in Iran, and hopes one day to continue working in her profession.
She shared a message of hope and resilience for World Refugee Day.
“I understand that living in another country, it’s really difficult for all of us. But if we try doing something and continue working towards our goals, we can be successful, especially in this city. Scottish people are really friendly.
“When I first arrived in this city, I thought that Scottish people don’t speak English because their accent was totally difficult for me! But now I understand it and Gabi, Corinne, Angela, Pastor Debbie and Pastor Hugh (at Sewing2gether All Nations) have helped me so much with everything. So don’t worry, just try, keep going and you’ll be successful.”
