Little Amal in Philadelphia
Amal is a 12-foot Syrian refugee puppet that has traveled 6,000 miles through 15 cities and 97 towns, capturing the solidarity of everyone along the way. Amal’s emergence onto Philadelphia’s street brings awareness to the striking parallels between the global refugee crisis and Philadelphia’s own housing and homelessness issue.
Little Amal, a creation of the internationally acclaimed Handspring Puppet Company, embodies the plight of refugee children worldwide. Over a million people globally have welcomed her message: 'Don't forget about us.' She represents the countless children fleeing war, violence, and persecution.
As Amal traversed Broad Street to reach City Hall, hundreds watched her quest for shelter amidst corners and sidewalks, facing street rodents and the harsh realities of life on the streets.
Philadelphia // September 2023
