Wandsworth Libraries have partnered with Wandsworth Welcomes Refugees and Wandsworth Council, through the Borough of Sanctuary Fund, to Bring Sanctuary Home.
This project aims to acknowledge the migration and refugee experiences, to encourage understanding, compassion and welcome from others and to celebrate the contribution of refugees in Wandsworth and the UK.
A special collection of books has been curated and is being hosted by the borough’s three Family Hubs in Battersea, Tooting and Roehampton. These books cover a diverse range of themes and includes books in community languages.
These books are by a range of authors, from household names and those with lived experience and are sure to engage readers young and old.
Alongside this book collection, a series of events will be running across the borough in to 2026. Join us for crafts, book discussions, talks and more.
Across Wandsworth, the stories of refugees and migrants have become woven into the heart of our borough - enriching our neighbourhoods, our schools, our workplaces, and our libraries. To honour these voices, we’ve curated a collection of books for readers of all ages that explore journeys of hope, courage, home‑making, and belonging.
The borough’s family hubs are all hosting a selection of these books, but you’ll also find items on these themes in all of the Borough’s branches. If you can’t get down to a library, why not borrow a e-book or digital audio item through our Overdrive special collection.
The borough’s family hubs are all hosting a selection of these books, but you’ll also find items on these themes in all of the Borough’s branches. If you can’t get down to a library, why not borrow a e-book or digital audio item through our Overdrive special collection.
Bring Sanctuary Home Collection
Across Wandsworth, the stories of refugees and migrants have become woven into the heart of our borough—enriching our neighbourhoods, our schools, our workplaces, and our libraries. To honour these voices, we’ve curated a collection of books for readers of all ages that explore journeys of hope, courage, home‑making, and belonging.
The borough’s family hubs are all hosting a selection of these books, but you’ll also find items on these themes in all of the Borough’s branches. If you can’t get down to a library, why not borrow a e-book or digital audio item through our Overdrive special collection.
The borough’s family hubs are all hosting a selection of these books, but you’ll also find items on these themes in all of the Borough’s branches. If you can’t get down to a library, why not borrow a e-book or digital audio item through our Overdrive special collection.
Listen to or Read the Bringing Sanctuary Home Collection Now
Past Events
These events have already taken place but are well remembered as events where our communities came together. If they give you ideas for future events in Wandsworth Libraries, why not talk to a member of staff?
In November 2025 we celebrated the anniversary of the UN Convention of the Rights of the Child with stories of community and welcome. We explored our creativity with a bird decorating class.
Refuge and Christmas Craft
In December 2025 we read a timely and timeless retelling of the Christmas story, inspired by refugee children everywhere. We stayed to make Christmas stars
Proud to partner with Wandsworth Welcomes Refugees
We are proud to partner with Wandsworth Welcomes Refugees on the Bringing Sanctuary Home project.
By working with Wandsworth Welcomes Refugees we're helping support a more welcoming Wandsworth for those who have been forced to flee their homes, and provide a safe space for Wandsworth's community.
By working with Wandsworth Welcomes Refugees we're helping support a more welcoming Wandsworth for those who have been forced to flee their homes, and provide a safe space for Wandsworth's community.
