MOVEMENT:
STORIES & SONGS
OF MIGRATION

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Movement uplifts the songs and stories of immigrant musicians via podcast, radio, community building, and live performances. We reach millions of listeners with our audio stories. We also build community through gatherings and live performances, platforming the voices of immigrant, migrant and refugee musicians. Issues of citizenship, identity, belonging, and borders are explored through the lived experiences of artists themselves.

We create audio archives of cultural belonging and a soundtrack
to a beautifully diverse world.

Movement was co-founded and is led by Meklit Hadero, Ethiopian-American vocalist, composer, cultural strategist and former refugee.

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Diana Gameros performs as part of the Movement Immigrant Orchestra. 
Photo by Marco Sanchez.

Movement with Meklit Hadero Podcast

Intimate, sonically rich stories of migration that center the communities that have
experienced it.

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Movement Immigrant Orchestra

Artistry that brings people together for cross cultural songs infused with stories of empathy and hope.

Photo by Marco Sanchez
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Community Organizing & Workshops

Gatherings of immigrant musicians to collaborate and co-create music and community change.

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  • “The Gift of Music Melting Borders -

    When I first learnt about Movement, I binged on the nine episodes that were available. Movement is a precious gift that in the thoughtfulness with which Meklit holds her guests, brings to its listeners moving personal stories and beautiful music rolled into one. Excited for more!”

    — Mukunda Wevhu

  • “I love listening to the stories of the lives and journey of the various artists and less known creative geniuses on this podcast. The conversation with Meklit flows with ease as they explore sometimes difficult topics of their countries of origin, their need to create and express their whole authentic selves is deeply moving.”

    — NunuKid

  • “Unearth the rhythm of global migration with @meklitmusic in Movement. Explore poignant tales of identity and belonging, from the echo of a family drum to the melody of shared guitars. This isn't just a podcast; it's a musical journey around the world.”

    — Podcast Delivery (Twitter)