The ciities of the Migrantour network offer intercultural urban walks designed and led by citizens of migrant origin. A zero-mile responsible tourism experience to better understand the role of migration in the transformation of European societies. An invitation to travel, meet and reflect on the value of diversity and dialogue.
The Manifesto
The Migrantour project has now a history of more than 12 years and during this long time we have never stopped reflecting on the assumptions, …
Intercultural companions: the faces of our cities
Anas
I’m Anas, a storyteller from Syria. In 2015, I came to the Netherlands as a refugee, an experience that has profoundly shaped my passion for …
Abdel-Rahman
I was born and raised in Egypt, where I studied biotechnology. In 2021, I moved to Utrecht in the Netherlands to start a PhD focusing …
Fitri
I was born and raised by a Christian mother and a Muslim father in a small village in North Sumatra, Indonesia. Coming from a humble …
Giovanna
My name is Giovanna, I was born in what they call the ‘selva de pedras’ (jungle of stones), São Paulo in Brazil. I moved to …
Feras Salloum
I’m Feras Salloum, originally from Syria, and I’ve been fortunate to call Denmark my home for seven years. Embracing the role of an intercultural companion, …
Abir Ouni
I’m Abir Ouni from Tunisia, and I’ve been living in Denmark for 12 years. As an intercultural companion, I’m dedicated to bridging cultural gaps.
I …
Furkan Akay
I’m Furkan Akay, originally from Turkey, and I’ve called Denmark home for the past year and a half. I embrace my role as an intercultural …
Abdulaal
I was born in Sudan and have lived in the Netherlands since 2016. I’m an actor, and I study at Utrecht’s Creative College theater department. …
Negar
I’m from Iran and have been living in the Netherlands since 2016. While doing my master’s in Arts, Culture & Society at Utrecht University, I …
Jill
I am a German and Irish national. From a young age, I’ve been curious about travelling and lived in several countries. As a migration researcher, …
Meghann
I was born in the United States but I’ve lived all of my adult life outside of it, having studied/worked in many countries before coming …
Fiona-Marie
I grew up in the industrial area of Germany with a British passport, the child of an English pilot. Ever since finishing high school, I’ve …
Sasha
I’m French and Russian. I was raised in southern France, surrounded by beautiful landscapes and warm people. I moved to the Netherlands in 2017 for …
Denzel
I’m from Senegal and have been living in the Netherlands since 2020. I’ve done all different sorts of jobs here, working in restaurants, construction, security, …
Yetunde
“Smile, Care, Learn, Move, and Inspire” – that’s my motto. ‘I’m from Lagos, Nigeria, where I grew up with a communal lifestyle. I moved to …
Dana
I’m Palestinian Syrian. I received a degree in English literature from Al Baath University in Homs, Syria. Migrantour offers participants a different perspective on Utrecht’s …
Randa
I’m Palestinian, Syrian, and Dutch. I came to the Netherlands in 2017. I studied English language and literature at Damascus University in Syria before doing …
Paula
As a Guatemalan, I enjoy everything colorful. That’s how I connect with the Lombok neighborhood in Utrecht, through all its colors. My family and I …
Karina
Hi, I’m Karina, Colombian and I’ve been in Spain for 4 years. In my country I am a preschool teacher and now in Spain I …
Emiliano
I am an Argentinian psychologist, emigrated in 2017 to Spain. I am currently working as an assistant technician because the Spanish government does not recognise …
Andreea
I am a graphic designer and I was born in Romania. I came to Barcelona for a master’s in editorial design in 2011, I found …
Priscilla
I am Priscilla, I am 23 years old and I have been working with Migrantour for 3 years carrying out the “In the belly of …
Edma
My name is Edma, I am from Syria, I am an artist and I have been living in Italy since 2018. I studied at the …
Abdellah
Nourished by the rich Maghrebi culture, I was born and raised in Casablanca, Morocco. I arrived in Italy with a cardboard suitcase more than 30 …
Bogi
My name is Bogi and I am from Poland, from Gdansk – a city on the Baltic Sea coast.
I came to Spain for the …
Malinalli
I’m originally from Mexico, but I’ve been living in Barcelona since 2004. I studied journalism in Mexico.
I am interested in migration and intercultural issues. …
Perla
My name is Silvia, although I prefer to be called Perla, I was born in Equatorial Guinea and grew up between Cameroon, Gaboon and Spain …
Osvaldo
A Porteño who combines mate with bread topped with tomato and dulce de leche.
An immigrant since 1995, when we “sans papiers” were still illegally …
Blerta
Hello, my name is Blerta I am from Albania. For study reasons I came to Bologna 17 years ago, after I finished my studies I …
Hassan
My name is Hassan and I was born in Damascus, Syria. In my country I was a tour guide. In 2014, because of the war …
Anna
My name is Anna, I am Russian and Italy is my love at first sight. I came here to study languages and create my new …
Jomahe
I was born and raised in Guayaquil, Ecuador. As soon as I arrived in Italy, I immediately thought of all the things I was leaving …
Semhar
My name is Semhar; I was born and raised in Asmara, Eritrea.
I came to Italy for study and have been living in Bologna for …
Haswell
I am Haswell Beni from Malawi. Malawi means sparks of campfire. I am a missionary teacher. I’m married to one-wife and I have two children.…
Rosina
I am Italian-Peruvian: with a Calabrian Dad and a Peruvian Mum. Since I’ve been able to remember, thanks to my parents’ work, I have been …
Marta
My name is Malgorzata, or Marta. I was born in Poland back in 1964 and I’ve been living in Italy for a good 28 years. …
Mariela
Hi everyone!!! I am Mariela, and I am Ecuadorian. I have lived in Milan for 12 years, this beautiful city has given me many opportunities, …
News
October 2024 Newsletter
November 1, 2024
Here we are! The second edition of the Migrantour Network Newsletter in 2024 is out now: In the last months the Network’s partners have been …...Read More
Migrantour Catania activities!
September 30, 2024
The Migrantour project in the city of Catania is continuing in various areas and with many activities. The path started with the students of a …...Read More
News from Utrecht
September 30, 2024
Raum This September we curated a tour for a conference for urban planners at Raum Utrecht. Its aim was to explore how public spaces can …...Read More