ABSTRACT
This article explores the multisensory experiences of asylum seekers and migrants on the Polish-Belarusian border amid an ongoing humanitarian crisis. The border is conceptualized not merely as a geographical line, but as a dynamic and perceptual boundary that influences daily practices and experiences. This study highlights the roles of both natural environment and human interventions in shaping the experiences of migrants. By integrating sensory studies with migration research, we provide a comprehensive analysis of the humanitarian impacts and embodied realities faced by people on the border. Our findings reveal interplay between sensory experiences and broader sociopolitical dynamics, offering new insights into the agency and resilience of those navigating this liminal space. This approach allows for a deeper understanding of the border as a multisensory environment of control and mediation, where state policies and natural elements intersect to create powerful experiences of exclusion and survival.
