We support projects that provide opportunities for refugees to lead an independent normal life while staying near to home and their loved ones. Started in 1979, we are celebrating our 40th anniversary!
About REIWe 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.
Get InvolvedBecoming a friend of REI is a simple and effective way to support our work and provide opportunities for refugees worldwide.
Individuals and organizations can make regular or one-off financial contributions. Your contribution can make a big difference.
There are many ways in which you can contribute whether with specific skills or by your presence and effort.
REI increases awareness about displacement through partnerships with international and Japanese schools in the Tokyo area.
REI actively encourages and assists other Japanese organizations in building their own CSR program.
REI hosts a variety of charity 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.
See All Projects FundedIf 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.