The Osama film will be shown as part of Refugee Week

The planned programme includes theatre performances, book readings, exhibitions and open air carnivals.

It aims to deliver positive messages which will counter fear, ignorance and negative stereotypes of refugees.

The Scottish Refugee Council's Sally Daghlian said the events would allow people to show solidarity with refugees who sought sanctuary.

On Monday, which is World Refugee Day, there will be an evening of music and film which explores life as a refugee in Scotland in 2005.

World Refugee Day asks us to think about the millions of people whose lives have been devastated by war, conflict or human rights abuses Sally Daghlian Scottish Refugee Council

It will take place in Glasgow at Buddha's Back Yard, starting at 1900 BST.

The stories of eight people who fled persecution and made their homes in Scotland will be told at an event titled "Celebrating Sanctuary: Celebrating Success".

It will take place at St George's West Church in Edinburgh on Monday at 1830 BST.

The Amnesty International organised event will also see the launch of a new publication and exhibition which highlights the contributions made by refugees to their communities across Scotland.

Refugee poet Ghazi Hussein will be at the National Library of Scotland

Ms Daghlian said: "World Refugee Day asks us to think about the millions of people whose lives have been devastated by war, conflict or human rights abuses, forcing them to flee their homes and live in exile as refugees.

"The majority of these refugees languish in squalid conditions in refugee camps and shelters across the world."

Communities Minister Malcolm Chisholm said that Scotland had a long tradition of welcoming refugees, and it was important to ensure that refugees had the opportunities in order to contribute fully to life.

He added: "Refugee Week celebrates their history, talent, and cultures. The events taking place across the country allow us to acknowledge and celebrate what they bring to our communities."