Summit 2025 - Echoes of Migration

Summit 2025 - Echoes of Migration

By Art Voyage Biennial CIC

A one-day cultural summit at London’s RSA exploring migration, identity & creativity through panels, performances & dialogue

Date and time

Location

The RSA (Royal Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce)

8 John Adam Street London WC2N 6EZ United Kingdom

Lineup

Agenda

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Welcome reception

9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Keynote

9:45 AM - 10:25 AM

Panel 1 – Celebrating Different Cultures, Traditions & Embracing Diversity

Daniela Bianco-Duppen

Shwetal A Patel

Sarah Le Quang Sang

Alice Burnhope


This panel explores how migrant artists use contemporary art to preserve cultural traditions while embracing new influences. It examines the role of technology, interdisciplinary collaboration, and c...

10:30 AM - 11:25 AM

Panel 2 – The Role of Cultural Memory & Heritage

Erika Loch

Daniela Bianco-Duppen

Paulo Arriano

Marta Orsola Sironi


This discussion delves into how migrant artists reinterpret cultural memory through storytelling, archives, and collective memory. It highlights how public art fosters identity and belonging, particu...

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Panel 3 – Decentralising the Arts – Expanding Access Beyond Central London

Shwetal A Patel

Tamsin Ace

Mark Davey

Sylwia Krason


This panel addresses the need for cultural investment in areas outside central London, focusing on how public art can engage communities and transform underrepresented spaces.

12:30 PM - 1:45 PM

Lunch Break

1:45 PM - 2:00 PM

"Songs Across Borders", Performance Art by Migrant Artists (All tickets)

2:00 PM - 2:40 PM

Panel 4 – The Role of Cultural Institutions in Supporting Migrant Artists

Roxane Zand

Bengi Ünsal

Andy Ash

Jonathan Burton


Examining the responsibilities of cultural institutions, this panel discusses how they can create inclusive spaces, reduce barriers, and collaborate with migrant artists to foster representation and ...

2:45 PM - 3:25 PM

Panel 5 – Reimagining Philanthropy: Power & Partnership (All tickets)

Jeffery Boloten

Anders Petterson

Rena Neville

Alina Davey


Exploring how philanthropy can move beyond transactional giving to become a transformative force for migrant-led cultural change.

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Unveiling: Mobile Art Installation by Alice Burnhope (All tickets)

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

VIP Celebration (VIP ticket holders only)


Live music, drinks & networking

Good to know

Highlights

  • 11 hours
  • In person
  • Doors at 8:30 AM

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Community • Nationality

Not just a conference, this event is a cultural statement, and the beginning of an impactful and sector defining cultural programme.

The Summit is taking place at London’s prestigious Royal Society of Arts (RSA), on the 10th of October 2025. Bringing together over 20 leading voices from the art world and beyond, the one-day event will explore the intersections of migration, identity, and contemporary creativity. Far more than a traditional conference, Echoes of Migration is a cultural catalyst. It brings together artists, curators, cultural leaders, philanthropists, and educators to co-create a platform for dialogue, imagination, and systemic change, centering migrant voices as powerful agents of creativity, care, and cultural connection.

Through a rich programme of panel discussions, live performances, and networking opportunities, the Summit will create a space for dialogue, reflection, and collaboration between the arts, philanthropy, and wider society.

The Echoes of Migration summit officially inaugurates Art Voyage CIC’s journey of innovation and international programme, setting the stage for our first biennial in 2027.

This event is made possible through crowdfunding, donations and the support of Institutions. If you’d like to contribute further, your support will directly help amplify migrant voices and bring this cultural programme to life. This project is not simply a singular summit, it encompasses a permanent art installation and supports artists. Any and all donations will directly help support these endeavors.

Please follow this link to our crowdfunding page: 

Please follow this link to the event page on our website:

(Ticket prices include entry to all sessions and refreshments unless otherwise stated)

(Agenda is an outline of the day and subject to change)

Frequently asked questions

Is the venue wheelchair accessible

Yes, the RSA and our event room is completely accessible, with access routes for wheelchair users and people with lower mobility.

Are food and beverages available on site

Yes, we will be providing tea and coffee between panels. Food will also be available to purchase from the RSA Coffee House, 8:30am- 5:00pm.

Will there be breaks throughout the day

Yes, we have incorporated breaks between panels and events throughout the day, and an hour lunch break.

Organized by

Art Voyage Biennial CIC

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Early bird discount
£22.38 – £110
Oct 10 · 9:00 AM GMT+1