Barika Rising

Earlier this year, we stepped into Barika refugee camp expecting to simply document the first skatepark in such a setting being built, and the impact it could have on the community of 5,000 children. This quickly shifted into an intimate look at life in the camp and what it looks like day to day being displaced. 

Barika Rising aims to:

• Shift public perception of refugee camps from passive suffering to active community-building
• Amplify youth voices and showcase grassroots leadership
• Inspire support for similar initiatives in displaced communities
• Foster empathy and dialogue across humanitarian, cultural, and educational sectors

We’ve been invited to premiere the film at the Connect Festival in Bordeaux, a platform that could elevate these voices to a global audience. But to complete the story, we need to return for 10 days of essential filming and key interviews.

Your support will help us cover the base costs of this final leg—bringing us one step closer to sharing Barika Rising with the world.