Coauthored by Naomi Shafer and Maggie Cunha What does “being seen” mean to a person who is stateless? The answer is likely the same as what it means to you. It’s about being acknowledged, represented, supported, and included. Would you … Continue reading
Who is displaced in Cairo? This tour, more than any other this year, challenged our concept of displacement. Unlike other locations where refugees and migrants live in formal camps (such as Zimbabwe), Cairo’s displaced are integrated into the city. Integrated … Continue reading
In September 2022, CWB performed for large groups of joyful and enthusiastic children and families in Zimbabwe — many of whom are also environmental refugees. In 2019, as the harvest season was just beginning, flash floods and landslides from Cyclone … Continue reading
Ukrainian refugees didn’t expect to become part of the clown show. But that’s exactly what happened for many of the 540 people who attended one of 13 CWB shows in Romania, November 2022. When our Romanian partner, Terres Des Hommes, … Continue reading
When was the last time play helped connect you and a friend? Maybe you were making music, getting your groove on, or playing pickleball. At Clowns Without Borders, we rely on the power of play to help connect people to … Continue reading
You may have wondered how a clown show for Ukrainian refugees in Poland (or anywhere) removes the stress, fear, and uncertainty of displacement. But that’s actually not the goal. The goal of a CWB clown show is to offer moments … Continue reading
You love to see our clowns performing and our audiences laughing. That’s why we’re excited to share this first post in our Smile Roundup series. Smile Roundups feature photos of CWB artists with their audiences, plus quotes and stories from … Continue reading
