Displaced children face exceptional disadvantage, from the trauma of their experiences to challenging circumstances where they seek refuge, so they are likely to have significant mental health needs. Evidence shows that singing has a unique role to play in supporting them, however, expert music provision for displaced children and young people in the UK is patchy, thus its benefits are not being fully utilised, and there is a shortage of skilled practitioners and community of practice.

Responding to a report commissioned from University of Limerick, we aim to create a parallel action research & practitioner development programme which will make major strides in building and disseminating a model for singing & vocal work with displaced children in the UK. The project will include action research work with children (including their own voices & leadership), developing a resource base, providing workforce development and building a national community of practice.