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We support projects that provide opportunities for refugees to lead an independent normal life while staying near to home and their loved ones. Projects that empower individuals and their communities.
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Book now to save a seat. It's a chance to network and enjoy great entertainment, while also directly empowering refugees that take part in the programs that we support.
the year-end Gift-a-Smile campaign reached a grand total of ¥630,000, exceeding our goal of ¥500,000 to gift smiles to refugees.
On January 5, just after the start of the new year, we spoke with the project leaders of the Kindergarten in Wadi Zayne in Lebanon.
I love to study at the kindergarten. I enjoy playing with my friends, and we sing and dance together.
We depend on volunteers to organize and run our fundraising activities. Your time and enthusiasm are important. There are many ways in which you can contribute whether with specific skills or by your presence and effort.
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Becoming a friend of REI is a simple and effective way to support our work and provide opportunities for refugees worldwide.
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Individuals and organizations can make regular or one-off financial contributions. Your contribution can make a big difference.
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There are many ways in which you can contribute whether with specific skills or by your presence and effort.
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REI increases awareness about displacement through partnerships with international and Japanese schools in the Tokyo area.
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REI actively encourages and assists other Japanese organizations in building their own CSR program.
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Do you want to make a positive difference in the world? We are looking for Volunteer Team Coordinator, Marketing Liaison and Database Manager
We are proud of the various corporate partners we collaborate with. Like many organisations we believe in sustainability and this does not just apply to the projects we support abut also when starting new partnerships with companies.
The students in the HEART Club at K International School are an inspiration in their enthusiasm to raise awareness and funds to support refugees.
REI has an extensive alumni network of volunteers, interns and supporters around the world.
REI hosts a variety of events in Tokyo and other areas in Japan throughout the year. We organize dinners, concerts, sporting events and children’s workshops. Please join us at one of our fundraising events and show your support.
See All EventsRefugee Empowerment International provides funding to community-based groups supporting people as they rebuild their lives and work towards returning home and establishing peaceful communities. Projects funded are run by experienced groups in the refugee and internally displaced person (IDP) community. We ensure that support reaches groups swiftly and efficiently.
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If you think about it though, as I have, I think you will discover that the only thing that really touches us to our soul is the connection we feel to other people. To our families, friends, a poverty stricken child in Somalia, a 10 year old rape victim, a starving 85 year old man, skin and bones, with fire in his eyes. These are humans, just like us. You and me. We live and breath on the same planet. We are simply lucky. No more, no less, lucky.
—David Hewett, long-time donor and supporter of REI, when reflecting on philanthropy.
