Hurricane Melissa Fundraiser

Since making landfall in Jamaica on October 28th, 2025, Hurricane Melissa has caused widespread damage, catastrophic flooding, mass displacement and death across the Caribbean, predominantly in Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba, but with severe warnings in multiple islands. It’s the strongest hurricane ever to have hit Jamaican shores, a Category 5 with 185 mp/h winds.

Melissa is already confirmed to have taken the lives of around 50 people, and destroyed countless homes and infrastructure. The death toll is sure to continue rising as rescue efforts take place, and ripple effects of the damage will continue to be felt for years to come.

On Sunday, November 9th, Berlin collectives including radio station Refuge Worldwide, creative studio Antilles NY, and Caribbean culture collective Nomansland come together for a fundraiser and moment of communal reflection, raising vital resources and awareness. The daytime (2PM-midnight), family-friend event will raise funds for the Jamaican Government’s Official Disaster Relief & Recovery Portal, plus another Caribbean-wide relief effort TBA, via 100% of door donations, as well as profits from the food, merchandise sales and a contribution from the bar. We are inviting musicians, DJs, dancers, artists and community members from Berlin - all of whom have Caribbean background and a deep appreciation for Caribbean music and culture - to contribute with downtempo sets, live performances, dance workshops, crafts stalls and food.

The suggestion donation on the door will be 10€ or more, but no one will be turned away for a lack of funds. If you wish to contribute to the event, please get in touch with richard@refugeworldwide.com