The recent dramatic and abrupt cancellation of foreign aid by the US has exposed the weaknesses in foreign aid and raised serious concerns as to whether it is a sustainable approach for global assistance.
The REI mission is aided by our organization’s informal network of ambassadors, who help spread awareness, raise funds, and generate new supporters.
With locally driven solutions, rooted in cultural and contextual knowledge, we see not only stronger outcomes but also more just and inclusive futures.
If you have unused foreign coins or banknotes from your travels you can put them to good use!
You can donate to REI and get tax credits through a system called Furusato Nozei. This will earn you tax credits at the year end.
Natsumi said "I want to make a difference. This was why I joined REI. To make a difference and empower others, I was determined to first empower myself."
The media succeeds in creating a misunderstanding of refugees and undermines the complexity of displacement. They are depersonalised and deprived of their humanity. Their stories are not heard.
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Izzy Drysdale tells us how her internship experience gave her a broader perspective on the refugee issue, and one she will carry with her as she moves onto the next chapter of her life.
This workshop examines innovative community-driven models that can inspire transformative leadership approaches for Japanese and European corporate environments.