Spaces of belonging through the eyes of Bristol migrant mothers

Key takeawaysThe project showed me how belonging is rooted in small, everyday experiences, from family routines to encounters in ordinary public spaces.I realised how these moments build continuity and connection in new environments. What I learned/discoveredI discovered how multisensory experiences, especially those shared with my son, play a vital role in linking personal memories with new places of settlement.What I liked/found useful I especially appreciated how the project created space to reflect on belonging both academically and personally.The workshop format was particularly useful in prompting me to think about how family life and my son's everyday experiences, intersect with broader questions of place, memory and adaptation.Being able to visualise and record these moments also means that the project will remain a very special memory for us, especially for my son.